"Temporary Research Assistant"

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Posted Job Title

Temporary Research Assistant

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

Temporary Employee - Research Assistant

Job Description

The Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is hiring a Temporary Research Assistant (RA) to assist with research tasks including literature reviews, writing (i.e. manuscripts, book sections), and other tasks as needed. This person will work closely with the Principal Investigator, Project Manager, and team of RAs. The RA must be able to communicate and collaborate effectively with other research team members.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$7.25 - $23.00 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.

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.

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.

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