Immunology Research Associate — CD4 T Cell & Flow Cytometry

Upenn; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Rheumatology at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, invites applications for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment is initially for one year with potential renewal based on performance and funding.

The role requires expertise in antigen-specific CD4+ T cell analysis, protein biochemistry, and spectral flow cytometry. Candidates will lead projects, troubleshoot experiments, and assist in manuscript and grant writing.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in immunology or a closely related field.
• Five years of postdoctoral experience in human immunology at start.
• Strong background in molecular biology, cell culture, immunological assays and recombinant protein production.
• Experience with computational analysis and wet-lab workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Troubleshoot experiments and analyze data.
• Assist in manuscript and grant writing; contribute to grant proposals and publications.
• Mentor and train junior lab members and students.

Skills

Lead projects

Troubleshoot experiments

Manuscript and grant writing

Collaboration / teamwork

Mentor/teach junior lab members

Self-motivated

Education

Ph.D. in Immunology or related field

Tools

Spectral flow cytometry

Peptide‑MHC multimers

Protein biochemistry

Job description

The Division of Rheumatology at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, invites applications for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment is initially for one year with potential renewal based on performance and funding.

The role requires expertise in antigen-specific CD4+ T cell analysis, protein biochemistry, and spectral flow cytometry. Candidates will lead projects, troubleshoot experiments, and assist in manuscript and grant writing.