Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$59k–$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: Histopathology, Cryostat, Microtome, Vibratome, Immunohistochemistry
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · Hybrid
$7/hr–$17/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: Scheduling, Literature search, Meeting coordination, Research assistance, Administrative support
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$67k–$95k/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: Molecular Ecology, Bioinformatics, Applied Statistics, Grant Writing, Fieldwork
Wilmington, Delaware, United States · Remote OK
$132k–$198k/yr
Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers a…
Skills: Business Development, Sales Strategy, Strategic Account Management, BioPharma, Pharmaceutical Excipients
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$40/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: Veterinary nursing, Patient assessment, IV catheter placement, Urinary catheter placement, Venipuncture
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
The Sr. Institutional Engagement Program Coordinator will partner with the Associate Director for Cancer Disparities Research and Research Integration to plan, develop, and implement institutional engagement programs and…
Skills: Program coordination, Research administration, Institutional engagement, Communications, Outreach
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$59k–$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: Histopathology, Cryostat, Microtome, Vibratome, Immunohistochemistry
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$40/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: Veterinary nursing, Patient assessment, Triage, IV catheter placement, Urinary catheter placement
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Iovance Biotherapeutics aims to be the global leader in innovating, developing and delivering tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy for people with cancer. We are pioneering a transformational approach to treating …
Skills: Cell therapy, Manufacturing operations, Tech transfer, GMP, Data analysis
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Description The Company: Larimar Therapeutics Inc. (Larimar) is a publicly held clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing treatments for patients suffering from complex rare diseases using its novel cell…
Skills: Medical Science Liaison, Scientific Communication, Key Opinion Leader Management, Rare Disease Expertise, Clinical Development
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$109k–$130k/yr
Description Company name: Philadelphia Corporation for Aging Title of position: LTC PSYCHOLOGIST Position type: Full Time Effective 7/1/2026 New Salary range: $109,339.00 - $130,224.50 varies with experience. Location: P…
Skills: Psychological Assessment, Neurological Evaluation, Expert Testimony, Geriatric Care, Clinical Psychology
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Thank you for your interest in joining Belmont Charter Network! We’re excited that you’re considering a career with us. At Belmont, our mission is to provide each student with a high-quality education supported by servic…
Skills: Lesson planning, Classroom management, Instructional design, Student assessment, Communication
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Position Title: Scientist Location: On-Site/Philadelphia, PA Reports to: Jinmin Lee Department: Cellular Immunology Preclinical Cabaletta Bio (Nasdaq: CABA) is a late-stage clinical biotechnology company focused on devel…
Skills: Cellular immunology, CAR T cell therapy, Mammalian cell culture, Flow cytometry, Cytotoxicity assays
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$85k–$100k/yr
About Us At EA, you’ll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply…
Skills: Geological fieldwork, Drilling operations, Environmental site characterization, Remediation, Soil sampling
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$80k–$90k/yr
Temple University's Lewis Katz School of Medicine is searching for an Assistant Director, Finance! Salary Grade: T27 Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering sala…
Skills: Financial analysis, Financial reporting, Reconciliation, Budgeting, Database management
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Description Join an energetic, patient-focused team! Jefferson Outpatient Imaging is seeking an experienced MRI Technologist for a PRN position at our outpatient imaging center in Bustleton, PA. We are looking for a depe…
Skills: MRI Procedures, Patient Care, Venipuncture, ALARA Principles, Digital Data Reconstruction
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally throu…
Skills: Classroom support, Content tutoring, STEM instruction, Engineering, Mathematics
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$103k–$179k/yr
Senior CX/UX Research Consultant – Hybrid R0058856 About the Role: As a Senior CX/UX Research Consultant, you will take on more complex user research projects, playing a crucial role in driving product improvements. You …
Skills: Advanced research methods, Data synthesis, Project management, Stakeholder communication, Mentoring
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Job DetailsJob Location: Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA 19107The Clinical Research Coordinator II will ensure that quality research is conducted at the assigned investigative sites in accordance with the sponsor protoco…
Skills: Clinical research coordination, ICH-GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, Data entry, Patient consent
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Job DetailsJob Location: Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA 19107The Clinical Research Coordinator I will work at site to help ensure that quality research is conducted at the assigned investigative sites in accordance with…
Skills: Clinical research, ICH-GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, Data entry, Subject recruitment
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States • On-site
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The Research Specialist will perform precision tissue processing and complex histological techniques including staining, RNAScope, and 3D spatial transcriptomics. They will also supervise laboratory staff, maintain large histology databases, and collaborate with senior researchers on data generation for publications.
A Bachelor of Science degree is required for this position. Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in histopathology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
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Research Specialist CJob Description
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / School
Perelman School of MedicinePay Range
$58,506.00 - $77,000.00 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, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
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.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
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.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay
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
View all jobs at Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics, University of PennsylvaniaBased on 496 listings with disclosed salaries, most science & research jobs in Philadelphia, PA pay between $15k–$145k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.
There are currently 1,127 open science & research positions in Philadelphia, PA listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Companies currently hiring include Jefferson Health Plans, Temple Health – Temple University Health System, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics, University of Pennsylvania, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.
Yes — 203 of the 1127 open science & research positions offer remote or hybrid work (58 remote, 145 hybrid).
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