Research Assistant – Tempera Lab

The Wistar Institute; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wistar Institute in Philadelphia seeks a Research Assistant for the Tempera lab focusing on the epigenetic mechanisms of EBV infection. The role involves hands-on laboratory work, data analysis, and collaboration in a dynamic research environment. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and technical proficiency.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of laboratory procedures required.
• Excellent technical skills are essential.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and conducting experiments.
• Analyzing samples and recording data.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Technical skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field

Job description

The Wistar Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:00 AM

The Wistar Institute has an opening for a Research Assistant to join the laboratory of Dr. Italo Tempera. The Tempera lab focuses on the epigenetic mechanisms underlying Epstein Barr virus (EBV) infection to identify new viral functions that can be targeted as novel therapeutic approaches for treating EBV-Associated cancers. Responsibilities for the successful candidate will include preparing and conducting experiments, analyzing samples, data recording, and maintaining laboratory equipment.

A Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) is required. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of laboratory procedures, excellent technical skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

The Wistar Institute is a world leader in early-stage discovery science in the areas of cancer, immunology, and infectious disease. Wistar is committed to accelerating research advances from bench to bedside through brilliant science and distinctive approaches to collaboration among scientific investigators and academic and industry partners. Wistar’s dynamic environment supports the advancement of discoveries that will change the future of human health.

The Wistar Institute is located in the University City area of Philadelphia, in the heart of the University of Pennsylvania Campus. Wistar provides resources to its faculty and staff that enable them to conduct cutting-edge collaborative research and provides outstanding intellectual environments and state-of-the-art facilities.

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

For more information about The Wistar Institute visit our website atwww.wistar.org .

It is the policy of the Institute to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, citizenship, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic or sexual violence victim status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or on the basis of genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, with respect to all terms and conditions of employment.

The Wistar Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America