Senior Research Investigator

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Posted Job Title

Senior Research Investigator

Job Profile Title

Research Investigator, Senior

Job Description Summary

Lead human genomics research projects investigating the genetic and environmental basis of adaptive trait variation in ethnically diverse African populations.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Laboratory Research-Perform data analysis and other aspects of quantitative and qualitative research as well as theoretical research

• Project Management

• Assist in Grant writing and development

• Review, edit, format, and write manuscripts for publication 

• Oversees Lab operations: Training staff and students with experimental procedures and analysis
• Perform other research administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Philosophy, and 5 to 7 years of postdoctoral experience is required.

Position contingent upon funding

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$80,891.00 - $124,000.00 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.

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.

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