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University of Pennsylvania
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Research Associate (Dr. Alvarez Lab)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate (Dr. Alvarez Lab) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 27, 2026 Deadline: Feb 27, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of Stem cell biology, circadian biology, protein biochemistry, cell culture techniques, molecular biology, CRISPR genome editing, single-cell transcriptomics/epigenomics/proteomics, metabolism, and organoid/animal models of disease. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include Investigation of how biological rhythms regulate cellular maturation using stem cell-derived islets,...
University of Pennsylvania
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Research Associate (Dr. Bonasio Lab)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate (Dr. Bonasio Lab) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 27, 2026 Deadline: Feb 27, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of mass spectrometry workflow including sample preparation, acquisition, and analysis, basic biochemistry, molecular biology, and cell culture techniques. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include investigation of the effects of aging and senescence on epigenome, proteome, and metabolome, with a focus on mass spectrometry as readout, complemented by biochemistry and cell...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Research Associate Blair Lab, Department of Systems Pharmacology and Translational Therapeutics
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate Blair Lab Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 26, 2026 Deadline: Feb 26, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Systems Pharmacology and Translational Therapeutics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, protein analysis, immunoprecipitation, western blot analysis, polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, and antibody validation. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree with at least three years post-doctoral experience. Responsibilities will include running and maintaining both low-resolution and high-resolution mass spectrometers, conducting...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Research Associate in Neuroscience
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate in Neuroscience Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Dec 11, 2025 Deadline: Dec 11, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Neuroscience at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of in vivo electrophysiology and optogenetic manipulation in freely behaving mice, as well as in Deeplabcut and MATLAB/Python-based data analysis. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Responsibilities may include working independently and as part of collaborative research groups studying the neuronal basis of interbrain synchrony during the social interaction of freely behaving mice using behavioral,...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Research Associate Epidemiology
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate Epidemiology Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Nov 20, 2025 Deadline: Nov 20, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Research Associate positions in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of longitudinal causal inference methods and/or the design, evaluation, and application of research methods, as well as a specific area of epidemiology, (bio)statistics, or a related field of quantitative or computational science. Applicants must have at least one year of postdoctoral experience. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Responsibilities may include : 1. Development...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Research Associate - Advanced Core for Microscope Engineering
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate - Advanced Core for Microscope Engineering Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Aug 08, 2025 Deadline: Aug 08, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Overview : The newly established Advanced Core for Microscope Engineering (ACME) ( https://www.med.upenn.edu/cdbacme/ ) at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine will provide custom built ad hoc optical microscopy solutions, advanced image analysis, and consultation services to researchers across the Penn campus and beyond. The core will take advantage of modular hardware and software technology being developed in the Mir Lab (mir-lab.com) which will allow for rapid prototyping and construction of instruments. This is inherently a new type of core model which combines engineering new technologies in response to desired experimental designs instead of working within the bounds of commercially available technology. The core is co-directed by Dr. Mustafa Mir (mir-lab.com), Dr. Melike Lakadamyali...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Research Associate at the Center for Neuromodulation in Depression and Stress (CNDS)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate at the Center for Neuromodulation in Depression and Stress (CNDS) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Dec 16, 2025 Deadline: Dec 16, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and the Center for Neuromodulation in Depression and Stress (CNDS) seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of limited assessment of patients, TMS, and analysis of MRI results with a focus on advanced multimodal MRI data. Applicants must have an M.D. and/or Ph.D degree. Responsibilities may include participating in research group efforts to obtain and analyze clinical MRI and MRI data. Following analysis, the...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Research Associate, Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Mar 19, 2024 Deadline: Mar 19, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of molecular biology, fluorescence microscopy, CRISPR-based cell engineering, and advanced cell biology experimentation. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include Cell biological studies of structure/function relationships with molecular components involved in chromosome inheritance, developing collaborative and independent research programs related to chromosome inheritance and DNA damage...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Research Associate (Wan Lab)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate (Wan Lab) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 04, 2026 Deadline: Feb 04, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cancer Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of protein biochemistry, cell culture techniques, molecular biology, imaging, epigenetics and chromatin biology, and animal models of development and cancer. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include investigation of epigenetic mechanisms in development and cancer, using a wide range of approaches including molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, epigenomic analysis, and animal models. The...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Research Associate in Neuroscience
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate in Neuroscience Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 04, 2026 Deadline: Feb 04, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Neuroscience at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of in vivo electrophysiology and data analysis using Python or Matlab, as well as experience with behavioral experiments. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Responsibilities may include include working independently and as part of collaborative research groups on basic science research projects to elucidate the mechanisms underlying the regulation of REM sleep in mice and to understand how disturbances...
University of Pennsylvania
Dec 23, 2025
Full time
Research Associate - Microbiology
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate - Microbiology Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Oct 28, 2025 Deadline: Oct 28, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Microbiology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of mRNA biochemistry, mRNA production, immunology (evaluate vaccine-induced cellular and humarol immune responses) and work with mice. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include investigation of novel adjuvants for mRNA vaccines in various mouse models. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to further develop critical research skills, literature and experimental techniques, prepare...
University of Pennsylvania
Dec 23, 2025
Full time
Research Associate in Neuroscience
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate in Neuroscience Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Jun 18, 2025 Deadline: Jun 18, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Neuroscience at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of Drosophila and mouse genetics, circadian rhythms, and sleep. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Responsibilities may include working independently and as part of collaborative research groups studying the metabolic basis of sleep using genetic, cell biology, and molecular biology techniques. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to develop independence in research through writing grants...
University of Pennsylvania
Dec 23, 2025
Full time
Research Associate -- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate -- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Sep 22, 2025 Deadline: Sep 22, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Applicants must have an M.D and/or Ph.D or equivalent degree. Responsibilities may include supporting the research missions of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to receive mentorship in grants writing and grants proposals suitable to early-stage academic investigators. The successful applicant will have research experience in pathology and be funded...
University of Pennsylvania
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
Research Associate in Gynecologic Oncology, Penn Ovarian Cancer Research Center
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate in Gynecologic Oncology, Penn Ovarian Cancer Research Center Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Sep 12, 2024 Deadline: Sep 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of ovarian cancer development and progression with a focus on tumor microenvironment and the emerging role of innervation on tumor biology. A strong background in molecular biology, drug development, mouse models, and cancer genomics is required. Candidates must have at least 3-5 years of postdoctoral training. Applicants must have an M.D. or Ph.D degree....
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Research Associate in Molecular and Neural Basis of Psychiatric Disease
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate in Molecular and Neural Basis of Psychiatric Disease Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: May 07, 2024 Deadline: May 07, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of neuroimmunology, microglial cell biology, flow cytometry of glia, FACS sorting of glia, microglia depletion, microglia transplantation, mouse disease models including lysosomal storage and epilepsy models, and writing of manuscripts and grant proposals on these topics. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include performing, supporting, and managing research...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Research Associate Position, Pulmonary, Allergy & Critical Care Division - Beers Lab
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate Position, Pulmonary, Allergy & Critical Care Division - Beers Lab Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 09, 2026 Deadline: Feb 09, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care in the Department of Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Research Associate positions in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Applicants must have an M.D. or Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include scientific research in the field of pulmonary medicine with a focus on experimental design and implementation and preparation of scientific papers, grants writing and grants proposals. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to characterize alveolar...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Research Associate - Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Imaging Lab
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate - Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Imaging Lab Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 09, 2026 Deadline: Feb 09, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Radiology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Responsibilities may include collaborating with other members of the Penn community, including members of the AI2D Center, in their respective research areas, and providing contributions to the further development of the research program. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to develop a research program in the field of cognitive and clinical neuroscience, with...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Research Associate
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Jan 15, 2026 Deadline: Jan 15, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of chromatin biology, nuclear organization, and gene regulation, with strong experience in molecular biology, cell culture techniques, genomics, and imaging-based approaches. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include investigation of the regulation and functions of nuclear architecture and chromatin organization in gene regulation and cell state, using a wide range of approaches including...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Research Associate
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Apr 25, 2025 Deadline: Apr 25, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of Mass Spectrometry. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include developing collaborative and independent research programs related to the intersection of chromatin biology and proteomics. Learn, apply, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge mass spectrometry-based methods for the quantitative analysis of nuclear proteins and histone post-translational modifications, along with a...
University of Pennsylvania
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Research Associate in the Academic Support Staff
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Associate in the Academic Support Staff Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Mar 21, 2025 Deadline: Mar 21, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Dermatology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Research Associate positions in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include planning and executing experiments to study cell signaling and epigenetic mechanisms controlling development, regeneration, stem cell activity, and tumorigenesis of the epidermis and its appendages; generation and phenotypic analysis of genetic mouse models; use of genomics techniques including ChIP-seq, RNA-seq and ATAC-seq; presenting the results of experiments at...
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