Research Specialist C

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Posted Job Title

Research Specialist C (Infectious Diseases)

Job Profile Title

Research Specialist C

Job Description Summary

The functions of this position will include: rapid and large scale production and development of nucleoside-modified mRNA, developing and performing all quality control analyses on all mRNAs produced in the lab, development of targeted lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulations specifically for in vivo use, and performing all required quality controls, and most critically, developing new techniques to both large scale produce mRNA and targeted LNP. They may be required to develop their own assays and methods, troubleshoot these methods, and analyze the data to determine the next steps in development.

**Job Description**:
Plans and conducts complex experiments to meet research project objectives. Performs laboratory experiments and clinical studies for product or material formulation and development. Oversee overall management of laboratory tool, documentations and processes to ensure regulatory compliance and timely completion of project/program deliverables. Closely collaborates with content experts to select assessment instruments. adapt existing instruments and develop new instruments and with Principal Investigator (PI) on experimental/clinical work set ups in accordance to established protocols. Responsible for team performance management and reviews

POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING

**Qualifications**:
Bachelor's Degree or more and 3 years to 5 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Masters degree preferred. Must have extensive laboratory experience working with molecular biology techniques and mRNA. Must be willing to work with small laboratory animals. Prior experience with tissue culture work is preferred.

Working Conditions

Office, Library, Computer Room; Requires extensive safety

Physical Effort

Typically sitting at a desk or table; Occasional lifting 25 lb. or less

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$42,953.00 - $65,861.00

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Background check 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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