Research Associate Shi Lab

University of Pennsylvania; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania seeks a Research Associate for the Shi Lab in Philadelphia to advance CRISPR delivery genome engineering in cancer and primary cells. The role involves applying molecular biology, sequencing, and data analysis techniques to drive projects and generate insights.

The ideal candidate has a PhD with 3–5 years postdoctoral experience, expertise in genome editing and CRISPR, and will mentor junior scientists while contributing to manuscript preparation and presentation at

Qualifications

• PhD and 3–5 years of postdoctoral experience.
• Specialty in genome editing and CRISPR.
• Experience with primary cell culture techniques.
• Solid background in molecular biology and next-generation sequencing.
• Basic bioinformatics skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop CRISPR delivery genome engineering toolkits in cancer and primary cells.
• Apply molecular biology, sequencing, and multiplex data analysis techniques.
• Prepare manuscripts and present findings at national and international meetings.
• Mentor junior scientists and participate in career development programs.

Skills

Genome editing

CRISPR

Primary cell culture techniques

Molecular biology

Next-generation sequencing

Basic bioinformatics

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Research Associate Shi Lab

Location: Kelley Research Building, 421Curie Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Open Date: Oct 26, 2026

Deadline: Oct 26, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Developing CRISPR technology for delivery genome engineering toolkits in cancer cells and primary cells. To achieve this, the candidate will employ a variety of techniques, encompassing molecular biology, next-generation sequencing, and multiplex data analysis.

Applicants will have the opportunity to enhance critical thinking skills, become acquainted with CRISPR genome editing literature and experimental techniques, prepare manuscripts, present research findings at national and international meetings, mentor junior scientists, and partake in career development training programs offered by the University.

• Specialty and expertise in genome editing
• CRISPR
• Primary cell culture techniques
• Molecular biology
• Next-generation sequencing
• Basic bioinformatics

Qualifications

Candidate should have a a Ph.D. and minimum of 3-5 years postdoctoral experience. Candidate should have specialty and expertise in genome editing, CRISPR, primary cell culture techniques, molecular biology, next-generation sequencing, and basic bioinformatics.

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.