Research Specialist A/B
University of Pennsylvania
About this role
A Research Specialist at the Perelman School of Medicine will support publication-driven translational immunology projects focused on immune dysregulation and identifying biomarkers for type 1 diabetes. The role combines laboratory work (sample processing, cell culture, flow cytometry, and sequencing library preparation) with computational analysis of bulk and single-cell sequencing datasets. The position offers independence, opportunities for project leadership, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary research team.
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About University of Pennsylvania
upenn.eduThe 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.
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San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
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4.2 / 5
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Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Technology Officer
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VP of Engineering
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VP of Product
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Chief Financial Officer
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$45k – $57k
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