Research Associate (Berger Lab)

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Associate in the Berger Lab, located in Philadelphia, PA. The appointment is initially for one year, extendable based on performance and funding, up to three years total. A Ph.D.

is required and prior postdoctoral experience (3–5 years) is expected. The successful candidate will study nuclear speckles and chromatin organization during neuronal stimulation using molecular biology, cell biology,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree required in a relevant field.
• Experience with neuronal and iPSC cell culture, molecular biology, chromatin biology and genomics is essential.
• Postdoctoral experience of 3–5 years is requested.

Responsibilities

• Investigate regulation and functions of nuclear speckles and chromatin organization during neuronal stimulation.
• Apply a broad range of approaches including molecular biology, cell biology, genomics and imaging.
• Develop manuscripts and grants, present findings at national meetings, and mentor junior scientists.

Skills

Neuronal cell culture

iPSC cell culture

Molecular biology

Chromatin biology

Genomics

Imaging studies

Education

Ph.D. degree

Job description

Research Associate (Berger Lab)

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Open Date: Aug 14, 2026

Close Date: Aug 18, 2028

The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of neuronal and iPSC cell culture, molecular biology, chromatin biology, genomics, and imaging studies. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree.

Responsibilities may include investigation of the regulation and functions of nuclear speckles and chromatin organization during neuronal stimulation, using a wide range of approaches including molecular biology, cell biology, genomics approaches, and imaging studies.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to further develop and prepare manuscripts and grants, present research findings in a national meeting, mentor junior scientists, and participate in career trainings offered by the University.

Candidate should have a minimum of 3-5 years postdoctoral experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.