Resource Technologist B​/C (Pathology Bioresource

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Resource Technologist B/C (Pathology Bioresource)

Resource Technologist B

The Resource Technologist B/C will provide high‑quality cell sorting and analytical services to investigators using the Penn Cytomics and Cell Sorting Shared Resource Laboratory. Working closely with the Technical Director, the candidate will develop quality‑assurance protocols, perform and document daily QA of cytometry instrumentation across multiple departments, and implement best practices for analysis and cell sorting. The role requires knowledge of complex flow cytometry instrumentation and biosafety practices (for the C level) and may involve training users, updating standard operating procedures, and participating in equipment or protocol validation.

Continuing education in cytometry is expected; professional cytometry certification (SCYM ASCP CM) is a plus with support to obtain it.

• Minimum of 5 years of analytical flow cytometry or cell‑sorting experience.
• Knowledge of biosafety practices and procedures.
• Training qualified users for independent cell sorting and analysis.
• Participation in continuing education in cytometry.

• Resource Technologist B:
  Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related field and 3‑5 years of experience with analytical flow cytometry or cell sorting (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Proficiency with cell sorters, flow cytometers, and FACSDiva software is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. ASCP Specialist in Cytometry accreditation is highly desirable.
• Resource Technologist C:
  Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related field and 5‑7 years of experience with analytical flow cytometry or cell sorting (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Proficiency with cell sorters, flow cytometers, and FACSDiva software is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. ASCP Specialist in Cytometry accreditation is highly desirable.

Position contingent upon funding.

Location:

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School:
Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range: $57,500.00 – $72,795.24 Annual Rate

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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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• Tuition
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  Take advantage of Penn’s exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can receive tuition assistance r dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement
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  Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future, including Base, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans with a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work
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  Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year to relax, vacation, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, and spend time with family.
• Long‑Term Care Insurance
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  In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and eligible family members) long‑term care insurance to help cover costs of long‑term care services. Newly hired staff can apply without proof of good health; eligible family members must provide proof and are…