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Research Specialist at University of Pennsylvania - ApplyBlast

Research Specialist

University of Pennsylvania

4 months ago

4.2 on Glassdoor

Onsite

Full Time

Junior

0 applicants

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About this role

A Research Specialist at the University of Pennsylvania leads independent and collaborative projects focusing on plant–microbe interactions and molecular biology. The role involves executing greenhouse and growth chamber experiments, performing molecular lab work like DNA extraction, and curating scientific data. Key duties include mentoring undergraduate lab members, managing daily laboratory operations, and supporting the presentation of research results.

Responsibilities

Conduct molecular lab work including DNA extraction and analytic testing
Manage greenhouse and growth chamber experiments for plant–microbe studies
Mentor and supervise undergraduate lab members in research tasks
Collect, enter, and curate data for ongoing research projects
Support the preparation and presentation of scientific manuscripts

Skills

Qualifications

BS in Biology or Related Field0 to 1 year of relevant 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.