Temporary Research Laboratory Technician, Penn Dental Medicine - Kang Lab - University of Pennsylvania

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Posted Job Title

Temporary Research Laboratory Technician, Penn Dental Medicine - Kang Lab





Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt





Job Description Summary

PENN DENTAL MEDICINE seeks a temporary laboratory technician to assist senior level researchers on various supervised research projects within the lab; including, but not limited to, lab preparation, data collection, animal husbandry, and lab supply inventory management.





Job Description


The Ko laboratory at Penn Dental Medicine is recruiting a motivated and inquisitive individual for an entry-level temporary laboratory position.




The TEMPORARY RESEARCH LABORATORY TECHNICIAN will be responsible for:



+ Assist senior level researchers on various supervised research projects within the lab.


+ Carry out routine tasks such as lab/experiment preparation, place orders for supplies, help maintain inventory and place lab equipment in their designated areas at the end of the day.


+ Gather data from experiments, complete data entry and analyze data in collaboration with senior level researchers - with the intent of presenting research results in laboratory meetings.







Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania





Department / School

School of Dental Medicine





Pay Range


Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.








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