Neuroscience Research Associate — Omics & Translational Lab

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Neurosurgery at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, seeks candidates for several Research Associate positions in the Academic Support Staff. The appointment will initially be for one year, with renewal based on performance and funding.

Responsibilities include designing, executing, and analyzing complex brain tumor biology experiments, leading project implementation, and coordinating translational/basic research using in vitro and in vivo models, plus

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MD/PhD required; several years of research experience preferred.
• Experience in omics, transcriptomics, and computational data analysis.
• Strong track record of publications and scientific rigor.

Responsibilities

• Design, carry out, and analyze complex brain tumor biology experiments.
• Lead implementation of projects and coordinate translational/basic research.
• Prepare manuscripts and assist with grant preparation.

Skills

Transcriptomics

Computational skills

Immunologic assays

Animal experiments

Genetic models

Education

Ph.D. or MD/PhD

Tools

Single-cell platforms

RNA-seq analysis

Proteomics data analysis

Job description

The Department of Neurosurgery at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, seeks candidates for several Research Associate positions in the Academic Support Staff. The appointment will initially be for one year, with renewal based on performance and funding.

Responsibilities include designing, executing, and analyzing complex brain tumor biology experiments, leading project implementation, and coordinating translational/basic research using in vitro and in vivo models, plus