Job Details

The Raphael Center for Neurorestoration in the Farber Institute for Neuroscience seeks a Research Specialist to join our bench neuroscience laboratory focused on the computational properties of complex neural tissues grown on multi-electrode arrays. This position supports a highly collaborative research team that values teamwork and mentoring.
The successful candidate will perform experiments using cell culture and electrophysiology techniques under supervision to assist graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. This role combines hands-on experimental work with laboratory management responsibilities, requiring the ability to work independently while solving problems and maintaining detailed records.

Job Description

Experimental Work:

• Conduct experiments using cell culture and electrophysiology techniques to meet research project objectives
• Perform human and mouse cell culture, tissue harvesting, and human tissue preparation
• Execute 2D cell and 3D organoid cultures, including aggregate, spheroid, and organoid preparation
• Construct bespoke extracellular electrode arrays, including with 3D printing of molds and preparation of PDMS 
• Conduct in vitro and in vivo experiments utilizing sterile cell culture, immunostaining, microscopy, viral transduction, cell isolations, cell transplantation, and tissue harvesting in rodent models and human specimens
• Collect human specimens following IRB approved protocols
• Assist graduate students and staff scientists with experimental procedures

Data Management and Analysis:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data
• Perform analysis of electrophysiology and imaging data
• Create figures and prepare comprehensive reports
• Maintain careful logs of all specimens
• Maintain detailed records in hard copy lab notebooks and online ClickUp digital productivity tool
• Present research results to Principal Investigators
• Identify options for future studies and prepare summaries of findings

Laboratory Management:

• Prepare and maintain cell cultures, make stock solutions, and aliquot reagents
• Monitor reagent stocks and order supplies and reagents
• Obtain quotes from sales representatives and select optimally priced laboratory reagents
• Maintain inventory of lab supplies and equipment
• Perform routine laboratory duties including autoclaving supplies and stocking materials
• Ensure regulatory compliance and biosafety compliance records
• Assist with equipment setup, maintenance, and transfer of laboratory protocols
• Contribute to laboratory website and other new lab logistics as needed
• Implement laboratory policies and procedures

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with Graduate Students , Staff Scientists, and Principal Investigators on experimental setups
• Complete sections of externally reviewed documents
• Participate in research team activities and mentoring initiatives
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

900 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.    

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. 

Benefits

At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.