Research Associate -- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Upenn; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine, in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, invites applications for a Research Associate. The appointment is initially for one year with possible renewal based on performance and funding.

Applicants must have an MD and/or PhD or equivalent degree and strong research experience in pathology. The successful candidate will have opportunities for mentorship in grants writing and proposals suitable for early-stage academic

Qualifications

• MD/PhD or equivalent degree required.
• Experience in pathology research preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support research missions of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
• Assist in grants writing and proposal development.
• Contribute to experiments and data analysis under supervision.

Skills

Research experience

Grant writing

Education

MD/PhD or equivalent

Job description

University of Pennsylvania: Perelman School of Medicine: Perelman School of Medicine - Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Open Date

Sep 22, 2025

Deadline

Sep 22, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

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 by a sponsored program.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conductthis search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossieraccount and can send all application materials, includingconfidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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.