CRISPR Genome Editing Research Associate

University of Pennsylvania; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania seeks a Research Associate for the Shi Lab in Philadelphia to advance CRISPR delivery genome engineering in cancer and primary cells. The role involves applying molecular biology, sequencing, and data analysis techniques to drive projects and generate insights.

The ideal candidate has a PhD with 3–5 years postdoctoral experience, expertise in genome editing and CRISPR, and will mentor junior scientists while contributing to manuscript preparation and presentation at

Qualifications

• PhD and 3–5 years of postdoctoral experience.
• Specialty in genome editing and CRISPR.
• Experience with primary cell culture techniques.
• Solid background in molecular biology and next-generation sequencing.
• Basic bioinformatics skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop CRISPR delivery genome engineering toolkits in cancer and primary cells.
• Apply molecular biology, sequencing, and multiplex data analysis techniques.
• Prepare manuscripts and present findings at national and international meetings.
• Mentor junior scientists and participate in career development programs.

Skills

Genome editing

CRISPR

Primary cell culture techniques

Molecular biology

Next-generation sequencing

Basic bioinformatics

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

University of Pennsylvania seeks a Research Associate for the Shi Lab in Philadelphia to advance CRISPR delivery genome engineering in cancer and primary cells. The role involves applying molecular biology, sequencing, and data analysis techniques to drive projects and generate insights.

The ideal candidate has a PhD with 3–5 years postdoctoral experience, expertise in genome editing and CRISPR, and will mentor junior scientists while contributing to manuscript preparation and presentation at