United States · On-site
$39k–$45k/yr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Data collection, Data analysis, Data interpretation, Laboratory organization, Research documentation
United States · On-site
$7/hr–$75/hr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Teaching, Lesson planning, Dance technique, Choreography, Acting
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$51k–$60k/yr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Diagnostic testing, Molecular assays, PCR, Sequencing, Virus isolation
United States · On-site
$18/hr–$22/hr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Youth development, Direct instruction, STEM education, Trauma-informed care, Classroom management
United States · On-site
$76k–$81k/yr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Clinical research, Project management, Regulatory compliance, Data management, Quality auditing
United States · On-site
$17/hr–$21/hr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Customer service, Appointment scheduling, Patient account management, Dental terminology, Communication skills
United States · Hybrid
$50k–$65k/yr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Fundraising, Donor cultivation, Volunteer management, Prospect management, Data analysis
United States · On-site
$53k–$58k/yr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Clinical research, Participant recruitment, GCP guidelines, Neuropsychological assessments, Data management
United States · On-site
$25/hr–$35/hr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Direct instruction, Curriculum planning, Classroom management, STEM education, Literacy instruction
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$10k–$15k/yr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Coaching, Recruiting, Program management, Student-athlete development, Defensive strategy
United States · On-site
$17/hr–$21/hr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Clinical research, Subject recruitment, Data collection, Regulatory compliance, IRB submissions
United States · On-site
$7/hr–$15/hr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Fundraising, Donor cultivation, Stewardship, Relationship management, Strategic planning
United States · On-site
$17/hr–$21/hr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Customer service, Appointment scheduling, Patient relations, Dental terminology, Data entry
United States · Hybrid
$67k–$77k/yr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Functional MRI analysis, Shell scripting, Matlab, Python, Javascript
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$19/hr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Patient restraint, Animal care, Laboratory testing, Stocking supplies, Pharmacy assistance
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · Hybrid
$66k–$75k/yr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Fundraising, Donor engagement, Relationship management, Volunteer management, Project management
United States · On-site
$66k–$105k/yr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Grant management, Financial reporting, Budget preparation, Compliance monitoring, Payroll processing
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · Hybrid
$72k–$82k/yr
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Endpoint administration, MacOS management, Windows management, Jamf Pro, Software deployment
United States · On-site
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Clinical Trial Management, Patient Recruitment, Informed Consent, IRB Filings, Data Entry
United States · On-site
University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks amo…
Skills: Early childhood education, Classroom management, Lesson planning, Child development, Communication
United States • On-site
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The Research Specialist conducts routine experiments and research activities, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation. They also assist with general laboratory operations such as ordering supplies and maintaining project documentation.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science degree. Additionally, 0 to 1 year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
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Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / School
School of Veterinary MedicinePay Range
$45,278.00 - $39,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
The official page for the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics at the University of Pennsylvania.
Welcome to Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics (MEAM) at Penn! We are a vibrant, dynamic, diverse, and interactive community. We focus on our high-caliber undergraduate and graduate programs, which combine rigorous education in the fundamentals with hands-on projects and research into novel problems and advanced applications.
Offices: 220 S 33rd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, US
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Welcome to Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics (MEAM) at Penn! We are a vibrant, dynamic, diverse, and interactive community. We focus on our high-caliber undergraduate and graduate programs, which combine rigorous education in the fundamentals with hands-on projects and research into novel problems and advanced applications.
Offices: 220 S 33rd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, US
View all jobs at Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics, University of Pennsylvania