SHIFT: Day (United States of America) Seeking Breakthrough Makers Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric careand your career. CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means. A Brief Overview This entry-level research technical role participates in a planned research projects by performing research protocols, experimental procedures and other laboratory tasks under direct supervision. May occasionally exercise minimal discretion and judgment in execution and interpretation of experiments, and of data derived. We are seeking a highly motivated Research Technician to join our research program on understanding the circuit mechanisms of developmental epileptic disorders. Our research ranges from fundamental molecular mechanisms and cellular biology to electrophysiology utilizing high-resolution imaging and patch clamp recording, primary cell culture, omics studies, and epilepsy mouse models. The major goal of the lab is to understand how mutations in developmental transcription factors or in synaptic-associated proteins lead to epileptogenesis. Candidate will receive personalized training as required and will be evaluated by productivity in moving projects forward. What you will do Care and maintenance of mouse colonies (husbandry, genotyping, phenotyping) Preparation of common reagents. Maintenance of laboratory records. Monitors/orders project supplies, stocks. Technical assistance to post-doctoral and pre-doctoral students with molecular and cellular biology experiments, and in animal studies. Assist in data analysis, statistics, and manuscript preparation. Maintains research equipment and research models. Perform and oversee general lab maintenance including cleaning and sterilization of glassware and buffers/media to ensure smooth operation of facilities including lab safety. Perform surgical implantation of electrodes in the mouse brain and electroencephalogram (EEG) recordings. Performs routine tests / experiments under the direction of principal investigator, supervisor or other designee Performs research procedures on experimental samples as directed Records and checks experiments/ results for completeness and accuracy Performs calculations and maintains appropriate log and lab notebooks Performs tasks that require familiarity with fundamental techniques and lab equipment May assist with planning specific research protocols and procedures Maintains office, lab area, solutions, reagents, supplies and equipment, disposes of specimens, media and other materials (using appropriate procedures) Assists in care and maintenance of lab equipment May coordinate schedules of tests and procedures Attends courses, seminars, and lab meetings to expand knowledge of research and laboratory techniques Records results, organizes data and maintains lab notebook in an organized manner Compiles and helps analyze data, prepares charts, graphs, and results of studies as directed Conducts literary searches as directed Education Qualifications High School Diploma / GED Required Associate's Degree Preferred Bachelor's Degree Preferred Experience Qualifications At least one (1) year of related classroom experience or successful completion of a technical training program (eg. Wistar, WPSI) and research laboratory experience Required At least two (2) years of related classroom experience or successful completion of a technical training program (eg. Wistar, WPSI) and research laboratory experience Preferred Skills and Abilities Intermediate understanding of lab procedures, protocols, and equipment. Basic exposure to lab specific experiments / techniques and scientific analysis Excellent verbal and written communications skills Excellent organizational skills Solid critical thinking / problem-solving skills Solid analytical skills To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more. EEO / VEVRAA Federal Contractor | Tobacco Statement SALARY RANGE: $43,900.00 - $53,440.00 Annually Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly. ------------------- At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is the nation's first hospital devoted exclusively to the care of children. Since our start in 1855, CHOP has been the birthplace for countless breakthroughs and dramatic firsts in pediatric medicine. Built on a foundation of delivering safe, high-quality, family-centered care, the Hospital has fostered medical discoveries and innovations that have improved pediatric healthcare and saved countless childrens lives. Today, families facing complex conditions come to CHOP from all over the world, and our compassionate care and innovation has repeatedly earned us a spot on the U.S. News & World Report's Honor Roll of the nation's best children's hospitals.
