Research Specialist B/C (Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology)

About the role

The Skory Laboratory at Penn Medicine (Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology) studies the cell biology of oocyte development and fertilization, with the goal of improving outcomes in human reproduction. Dr. Skory is a physician-scientist in the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility whose work sits at the intersection of reproductive biology, developmental biology, and quantitative imaging, embedded within a leading academic medical center with an active IVF program.

Responsibilities

• Supporting live imaging experiments and microscopy
• Managing and maintaining the mouse colony
• Processing and handling human ovarian tissue in coordination with our clinical partners
• Performing molecular and biochemical techniques including cloning, immunofluorescence, qPCR
• Managing laboratory inventory, ordering, and receiving supplies
• Maintaining meticulous documentation and lab records
• Participating in regular lab meetings and feedback sessions

Qualifications

• Research Specialist B: Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Research Specialist C: Bachelor of Science and 3 to 4 years of laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Skills

• Proficiency in cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques
• Experience with mouse model research
• Familiarity with live imaging or confocal microscopy
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• The ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance

Benefits

We are open to candidates at multiple levels depending on experience including: Proficiency in cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques, Experience with mouse model research, Familiarity with live imaging or confocal microscopy, Excellent organizational and communication skills, The ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance, A Master's degree is a plus.

Pay

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Schedule

Not specified.

Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.

Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn provides an array of resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household. To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay.