Research Assistant - Weiner Lab

Wistar; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wistar Institute in Philadelphia invites applications for a Research Assistant to join Dr. David Weiner's laboratory to support molecular immunology and translational research projects.

Responsibilities include performing experiments in molecular biology, immunology, tissue culture and data analysis, with work involving mice; candidate must have a science degree and communicate well, able to work independently and in a team; the lab offers training and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field is required.
• Experience in immunology, virology, or molecular biology labs and experience working with mice.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with molecular immunology and translational research projects.
• Perform experiments using molecular biology, immunology, tissue culture, and immune function assays.
• Manage laboratory tasks and data analysis.
• Work with mice for DNA-based vaccines and therapeutics studies.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Immunology lab experience

Mouse handling

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field

Tools

Molecular biology techniques (PCR, ELISA)

Job description

The Wistar Institute, 3601 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The Wistar Institute’s Vaccine Immunotherapy Center has an opening for a Research Assistant to join the laboratory of Dr. David Weiner to assist with molecular Immunology and translational research projects in the laboratory supporting ongoing research.

Studies include but are not limited to the use of delivery of Nucleic Acids as a vaccine/therapeutic agent. There are ongoing studies in the lab focused on both cancer or infectious diseases, including nucleic acid-delivered monoclonal antibody approaches. Responsibilities will include assisting and performing experiments using techniques focused on molecular biology, immunology, tissue culture, immune function assays, data analysis, and laboratory management tasks in support of different projects. Work involving small animals (mice) in support of the research into DNA -based vaccines and therapeutics is important. The successful candidate will receive adequate supervision and all training to safely and correctly complete research goals.

A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in a science related field is required. The ideal candidate(s) will have prior experience in an immunology, virology, or molecular biology lab and experience working with mice. Candidates must have excellent communication skills and should be able to work both independently on their tasks and work well in a collaborative scientific environment.

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 for 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, 3601 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America