Research Specialist — Molecular Diagnostics (Vet Lab)

University of Pennsylvania; Kennett Square (Chester County); Sur place; USD 51 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending

Tuition benefits

Retirement plans

Résumé du poste

University of Pennsylvania in Kennett Square, PA, is seeking a Research Specialist B to perform diagnostic testing on avian and mammalian samples, including PCR and sequencing, with occasional serology support. Strong communication and computer skills are essential to manage data in the lab information system.

The role requires a BS degree with 1–2 years of relevant experience and involves QA tasks, sample prep, and participation in trainings.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science degree and 1 to 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsabilités

• Accession, result, and finalize cases in the laboratory information management system.
• Prepare samples for diagnostic testing.
• Perform real-time PCR and sequencing assays for various avian and mammalian pathogens.
• Complete required QA tasks.
• Perform basic housekeeping and maintain lab inventory.
• Participate in required trainings (onsite and offsite) and proficiency testing.

Connaissances

Strong communication

Computer skills

PCR & sequencing knowledge

Formation

Bachelor of Science degree

1–2 years relevant experience

Outils

Laboratory information management system (LIMS)

Description du poste

University of Pennsylvania in Kennett Square, PA, is seeking a Research Specialist B to perform diagnostic testing on avian and mammalian samples, including PCR and sequencing, with occasional serology support. Strong communication and computer skills are essential to manage data in the lab information system.

The role requires a BS degree with 1–2 years of relevant experience and involves QA tasks, sample prep, and participation in trainings.