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Research Associate in Autoimmune Research

Research Associate

2026-07-02

Location

Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Type

Academic Support Staff (1-year initial, renewable up to 3 years)

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. degree
Computational experience
Wet-lab experience
Project leadership
Experiment troubleshooting
Manuscript & grant writing

Research Areas

Autoimmune Research
Immunology
Autoimmunity
Statistical Modeling
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Research Associate in Autoimmune Research

Description

The Division of Rheumatology in the Department of 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 a Ph.D. degree.

Responsibilities may include the ability to lead projects and work cooperatively with others, carry out and troubleshoot experiments, and assist in manuscript and grant writing. Previous computational and wet-lab experience is required.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to collaborate on grant proposals and journal publications, participate in the department's educational programs as assigned, and mentor/teach junior lab members. The selected candidate will work in an interdisciplinary environment with experts in immunology, autoimmunity, and statistical modeling.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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🎓What qualifications are required for this Research Associate position?

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree with prior computational and wet-lab experience. Ideal candidates can lead projects, troubleshoot experiments, and assist in manuscript and grant writing. Explore research jobs or postdoc opportunities for similar roles.

🔬What are the main responsibilities?

Lead projects cooperatively, conduct and troubleshoot experiments, assist in manuscript and grant writing. Collaborate on proposals/publications, mentor junior lab members, and participate in educational programs in an interdisciplinary setting focused on immunology and autoimmunity. See postdoc success tips.

📅What is the appointment duration and renewal process?

Initial 1-year appointment, renewable based on satisfactory performance and funding availability, limited to 3 years total. Check research assistant jobs for comparable terms.

🚀What opportunities does this role offer?

Collaborate on grant proposals and journal publications, participate in department educational programs, mentor/teach juniors. Work with experts in immunology, autoimmunity, and statistical modeling. University emphasizes diversity. Learn more via research assistant advice.

🌍Does the University of Pennsylvania offer visa sponsorship?

No mention of visa sponsorship in the posting. As a US academic role, candidates should verify eligibility independently. Review faculty jobs or contact the university for international applicant details.
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