Senior Research Investigator

Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. Penn offers a unique working environment in Philadelphia with access to educational, cultural, and recreational activities, and a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, health and wellness programs, and more.

Posted Job Title

Senior Research Investigator

Job Profile Title

Research Investigator, Senior

Job Description Summary

This leadership role oversees and designs advanced experiments and assists the principal investigator in developing a research program in a specific area of study. The role plays a crucial part in research products including development, implementation, and data analysis. It involves assessing proposed projects through feasibility studies to provide input on viability, efficiency, timeline, and study design. During implementation, this role will supervise and perform the project, oversee workflow and productivity of lab personnel, and provide training as necessary. Responsibilities include data analysis, manuscript preparation, and presenting research findings through various forums.

Job 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 surveys
• Perform data collection and management
• Administer literature reviews
• Other research and administrative duties
• Oversee laboratory operations
• Assist PI, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows with experimental procedures and analysis, including grant development
• Conduct biochemical and molecular biology assays, including chemical extractions, PCR, RT-PCR, sub-cloning, and Western blotting
• Protocol development
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$79,500.00 - $104,293.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

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.

Take advantage of Penn's 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.

Penn offers retirement plans to help you save for your future, with Basic, Matching, and Supplemental options and investment choices.

Generous paid time off to rest, attend to personal matters, and spend time with family.

In partnership with Genworth Financial, long-term care insurance for eligible employees and family members with underwriting conditions explained.

Programs and resources to support health, family, and work-life balance.

Resources to advance professionally and personally.

Access to libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, and cultural events; many activities may be available to you and your family.

Discounts on arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, vehicles, cellular plans, tickets, and park admissions.

Options for non-traditional work hours, locations, and structures to support balance.

Forgivable loan for eligible employees for home purchases or improvements.

Reimbursement for qualified adoption expenses up to two adoptions per household.

To learn more, please visit Penn HR benefits site. (URL not included in this refined version.)

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