The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of expertise in mouse liver and beta cell biology, gene editing in vivo, guide RNA design, AAV delivery, genomics, cell culture techniques, FACS, and demonstrated writing skills (e.g. having published a review article). Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include performing investigations of the role of heterochromatin proteins on gene silencing in adult mouse hepatocytes (liver) and beta cells (pancreas). The successful applicant will have an opportunity to further develop in-vivo Crispr-based gene editing approaches with phenotypic and genotype analysis. Candidate should have a minimum of 4-5 years postdoctoral experience. We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply. The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action (http://www.upenn.edu/affirm-action/) and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD).