Research Tech IV - Pathology

LOC_COLKET-Colket Translational Research Req ID: 72886

Shift: Days

Employment Status: Regular - Full Time 

RNA genomics lab at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania is seeking to appoint an experienced research assistant. The appointee will assist in running a busy experimental laboratory and will have specific responsibilities, amongst other duties, for a large number of cell line cultures and RNA extraction. The appointee will also conduct other routine molecular biology experiments, and will contribute to the development and application of new genomic/transcriptomic sequencing methodologies.

The Lin laboratory studies RNA modifications (a.k.a “epitranscriptomics”) in human diseases including cancer. Post-transcriptional RNA processing and modifications are important mechanisms for gene regulation and functional diversity in eukaryotic cells. We develop and apply high-throughput sequencing strategies and transcriptome engineering technologies to study the regulation and function of RNA modifications including A-to-I RNA editing and m6A RNA methylation.

The ideal candidate will
 

  Assist in running a busy experimental laboratory, including maintaining a large number of mammalian cell cultures, carrying out molecular assays, keep clear experimental record according to specific format.

  Communicate complex ideas and concepts to those with limited knowledge and understanding as well as to peers.

  Mentor and coach colleagues with less experience

  Undergraduate degree in biology, biotechnology or a related discipline, at a leading academic institution.

  Specific research expertise in one or more of the following topics is preferred: RNA biology, molecular biology, genomics, cancer biology, next-gen sequencing.

  Experience working with RNA, mammalian cell culture, molecular cloning.
 

• Independently performs advanced, complex research procedures on experimental samples
• Formulates and performs complex lab experiments and analyzes reports the data including interpretation of methodologies
• Performs advanced calculations and maintains appropriate log and lab notebooks
• Plans and modifies research protocols and procedures with minimal direction from the principal investigator or supervisor
• Assists in development & troubleshooting of new techniques and ideas
• Prepares laboratory reagents, monitors and maintains laboratory inventory
• Supervises, trains and mentors junior and new staff members
• Determines work assignments, schedules and laboratory priorities
• Presents & discusses work at weekly lab meetings and national symposia
• Assists in writing of grants, journal articles, poster and oral presentations

Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Required Experience: Two (2) years of laboratory experience

Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred Experience:

• Three (3) years of laboratory experience
• Previous supervisory experience.

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