Research Investigator, Senior

About the role

The Senior Research Investigator will lead, oversee, and design advanced experiments, assist the principal investigator, and play a leading role in developing a research program in a specific area of study. The role is crucial to all aspects of research products, including development, implementation, and data analysis. Responsibilities include assessing proposed projects through feasibility studies, overseeing workflow and productivity of lab personnel, and providing training on specific techniques as needed. The position also involves data analysis, manuscript preparation, and presenting research findings through various forums.

Responsibilities

• Perform data analysis and other aspects of quantitative and qualitative research, as well as theoretical research
• Review, edit, format, and write manuscripts for publication and grant proposals
• Assist with and often direct the design and implementation of original experiments
• Perform data collection and management
• Administer literature reviews
• Conduct other research and administrative duties

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Philosophy
• 5 to 7 years of postdoctoral experience

Pay

$80,891.00 – $97,500.00 annual rate. Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they relate to the position, and in alignment with market data and internal benchmarks.

Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance; flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
• Tuition: Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children at Penn; dependent children also eligible at other institutions
• Retirement: Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans with pre-tax or Roth options and a wide variety of investment choices through TIAA and Vanguard
• Time Away from Work: Substantial paid time off for vacation, personal needs, illness, family care, and recovery
• Long-Term Care Insurance: Coverage for long-term care services at home, in the community, or in a facility; no underwriting for new hires applying at time of hire
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Programs and resources to support health, family, and work-life balance
• Professional and Personal Development: Resources to advance personally and professionally
• University Resources: Access to libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, museums, and cultural events, often at no cost
• Discounts and Special Services: Savings on arts and entertainment, transportation, mortgages, cellular plans, movie tickets, and theme park admissions
• Flexible Work Hours: Non-traditional work hours, locations, and job structures to promote work-life balance
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Forgivable loan for eligible employees buying or improving a home in West Philadelphia
• Adoption Assistance: Reimbursement for qualified adoption expenses up to two adoptions per household