University of Pennsylvania
The Amado Laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is seeking a Research Specialist to join a research program focused on developing gene therapy approaches for ALS and related neurodegenerative disorders. The role involves designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments using cellular and mouse models to identify therapeutic targets and develop cutting-edge gene therapy-based treatments. The position requires strong organizational skills, a willingness to learn new techniques, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.
Headquarters
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Company Size
10001+ employees
Founded
1740
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.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
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VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
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Chief Financial Officer
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VP of Sales
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