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The Perelman School of Medicine is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to support an empirical project on drug approvals. The role involves data collection, project design collaboration, and manuscript development, offering a unique opportunity in a prestigious academic environment.
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 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, which 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.
Temp Research Assistant
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Temporary Research Assistant
The Temporary Research Assistant will join an empirical project examining the global impact of early drug approvals by the US Food and Drug Administration and European Medicines Agency. The Temp Research Assistant will be responsible for data collection regarding where in the world required confirmatory studies are conducted and the timing of drug approvals in the countries serving as confirmatory study sites. They will also collaborate on project design, data analysis, and manuscript development.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Perelman School of Medicine
$7.25 - $16.00 Hourly Rate
Salary 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.
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.
A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
Please note that benefit eligibility is determined based on ACA guidelines.