Airway Regeneration Research Specialist

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania is seeking a Research Specialist A/B to design, run, and analyze experiments studying physiologic regeneration in airway systems. You will work under the Shah Lab with supervision, handling mice and human tissues, and training in advanced imaging and molecular techniques.

A strong documentation habit and independence are essential. Ideal candidates will have foundational lab experience, willingness to work with animals and human tissue, and motivation for formative

Qualifications

• BS in science with 0–1 year experience for Specialist A; 1–3 years for Specialist B.
• Laboratory experience with molecular biology, cell culture or biochemical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and analyze experiments in mouse airways (ex vivo, in vivo).
• Perform and analyze experiments in human in vitro systems.
• Use confocal microscopy, PCR and immunocytochemistry in analyses.
• Maintain mouse colony and laboratory upkeep.
• Present at lab meetings and prepare manuscripts for publication and grant submissions.

Skills

Lab experience

Molecular biology

Cell culture

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science

Tools

PCR

Immunocytochemistry

Confocal microscopy

Job description

University of Pennsylvania is seeking a Research Specialist A/B to design, run, and analyze experiments studying physiologic regeneration in airway systems. You will work under the Shah Lab with supervision, handling mice and human tissues, and training in advanced imaging and molecular techniques.

A strong documentation habit and independence are essential. Ideal candidates will have foundational lab experience, willingness to work with animals and human tissue, and motivation for formative