University of Pennsylvania
The Research Specialist roles at the Perelman School of Medicine involve performing targeted and untargeted LC/MS metabolomics assays on biological samples and analyzing the resulting data. Depending on the level (B, C, or D), the position also includes developing new metabolomics methods, managing laboratory operations, training students, and assisting with research project management and journal submissions. This position is contingent upon favorable funding.
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
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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