Research Technician - Beauchamp Lab

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Description The Monell Chemical Senses Center, founded in 1968, is the world’s first nonprofit scientific institute devoted exclusively to basic research on the chemical senses: taste, smell, and chemosensory irritation. Research at Monell contributes to a wide range of scientific and practical knowledge. With more than forty Ph.D.-level scientists, the Center is making major progress toward understanding how the chemical senses function and their importance in everyday life. The Center is located in the University City area of Philadelphia. For more information on Monell please visit our website at www.monell.org . We are studying the sensory and physiological properties of certain natural compounds and how they might relate to human health. A Full-Time position is available for studies involving plant compounds. The primary responsibilities for this position will include running experiments of compound extraction and purification. The candidate will also be asked to conduct human sensory analysis. Training will be provided for the common techniques used in the lab. Other responsibilities will include laboratory maintenance activities, trainee assistance, and lab protocols and rep...