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Research Specialist A at University of Pennsylvania - ApplyBlast

Research Specialist A

University of Pennsylvania

4 months ago

4.2 on Glassdoor

Onsite

Full Time

Junior

1 applicant

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About this role

The Research Specialist A supports neurophysiology experiments recording neural activity in non-human primates performing decision tasks. Responsibilities include assisting with experiment setup and cleanup, providing animal care and enrichment, maintaining implants, and aiding in animal training. The role involves performing data entry, basic data processing, and collaborating closely with principal investigators.

Responsibilities

Record neural activity during primate decision-making tasks
Assist with experiment setup, cleanup, and maintenance
Provide animal care, enrichment, and training support
Perform data entry and basic data processing
Maintain animal implants and laboratory equipment

Skills

Qualifications

Bachelor of SciencePreferred: Neuroscience CourseworkPreferred: Animal Research Experience

About University of Pennsylvania

upenn.edu

Headquarters

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Company Size

10001+ employees

Founded

1740

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The University of Pennsylvania (Penn) is a private Ivy League research university in Philadelphia offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across schools such as Wharton (business), Penn Medicine, SEAS (engineering), Law, Nursing, and the School of Arts & Sciences. Penn emphasizes interdisciplinary research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, translating scholarship into clinical care, startups, and public policy. Founded in the 18th century with ties to Benjamin Franklin, it maintains a large research enterprise, global partnerships, and a broad alumni network.