Research Specialist D

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Posted Job Title
Research Specialist D
Job Profile Title
Research Specialist D
Job Description Summary
The Mesaros group and the Biomolecular Mass Spectrometry Core (BMSC) at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine are seeking a Project Manager to lead and coordinate LC-MS and GC-MS based research projects. The successful candidate will manage metabolomics and quantitative assay workflows from study design through data delivery, working directly with investigators across multiple collaborative projects
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Follow and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Operate instruments daily, including routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
Develop FDA guidance-compliant liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) methods for detection of molecules of interest.
Prepare samples following SOPs for different LC-MS assays.
Prepare samples for GC-MS analysis.
Coordinate project timelines, milestones, and deliverables across multiple concurrent studies.
Serve as the primary point of contact for collaborators and core facility clients, from project intake through data delivery.
Track project and prepare progress reports for investigators.
Work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
Design, conduct, and communicate technically complex experiments.
Analyze, interpret, and present data at laboratory and departmental meetings.
The position provides access to state-of-the-art mass spectrometry instrumentation, training and professional development opportunities, and a highly collaborative research environment spanning the University of Pennsylvania and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, with projects ranging from metabolomics and lipidomics to biomarker development and exposomics.
Position is funded for one year with the possibility of being extended.
Qualifications
Master of Science, and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Extensive hands-on experience across chromatography and mass spectrometry platforms, including sample preparation for gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). In-depth technical knowledge of metabolism (preferably human and mammalian) is required, including identification and quantitative analysis in global and isotope-labeled metabolomics. Candidates should be enthusiastic about collaborative, interdisciplinary research, motivated to develop as independent scientists, and have excellent scientific communication skills.
This position is grant funded.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$67,155.00 - $85,000.00 Annual 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, 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.
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