Research Specialist D
University of Pennsylvania
About this role
The Research Specialist D at the Perelman School of Medicine leads research on lung function and pathology, with a focus on unilateral lung transplantation following ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) in rodent models. The role is part of an interdisciplinary team integrating physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering to advance translational pulmonary research. This is a grant-funded position based in Philadelphia.
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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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2018
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$66k – $77k
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