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With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. Posted Job Title Temp Job Profile Title Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Job Description Summary Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Job Description Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt The candidate will act as an assistant to both the histology and animal teams in the laboratory and will work on projects analyzing the immune contexture of mouse and human cancer tissues using multiplex imaging and analysis tools as well as projects investigating the impact of biologics and small-molecule inhibitors on the immune reaction to cancer using multiple mouse models. The research assistant will collaborate closely with a senior research associate and the laboratory team on various projects. The candidate will be required to work independently, collaboratively, possessing strong writing, presentation and analytical skills. He/She will be responsible for (1) conducting complex studies independently in multiple mouse models involving injections (i.v, i.p, s.c.), tissue harvesting, blood collection, small animal surgeries (2) monitoring of tumors in cancer models (3) mouse necropsies, (4) flow cytometry, (5) tissue processing and sectioning, (6) assisting in the operation of automated and manual immunostaining procedures, (7) slide scanning and image acquisition, (8) management of image files and image analysis, (9) development of novel image analytical tools and procedures, (10) development of presentations and reports displaying data results, and (11) keeping inventory and ordering supplies as needed. The candidate will also be involved as necessary in the analysis of multidimensional flow cytometry and transcriptome analyses. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic/motivation, meticulous organizational skills, solid computational skills, and strong social/communication skills. Job Location - City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School Perelman School of Medicine Pay Range $7.25 - $20.00 Hourly Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. 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 A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job. 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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.