University of Pennsylvania

Temporary - Research Coordinator

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In-Office

7-24 Hourly

Entry level

Other

The Role

Provide administrative, research, and technical support for a faculty-led project: develop research protocols, coordinate regulatory submissions, design qualitative data collection, summarize data, prepare reports/manuscripts/presentations, manage participant reimbursement via Penn ClinCard, and coordinate meetings and teleconferences.

Summary Generated by Built In

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 who 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.

Posted Job Title

Temporary - Research Coordinator

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

Responsibilities will include general administrative activities, research assistance, and technical assistance. The staff member will work closely with Dr. Watson and help with all project tasks as necessary for the duration of the award period. These tasks include planning and developing the research protocol and coordinating project activities such as regulatory submissions, development of protocols for qualitative data collection, data summaries, preparation of reports, manuscripts, and presentations. The staff member will also manage various administrative duties including coordinating participant reimbursement via Penn ClinCard, team meetings, and teleconferences.

Job Description

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$7.25 - $24.44 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.

Special Requirements
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.

University Benefits

Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.

University of Pennsylvania Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about University of Pennsylvania and has not been reviewed or approved by University of Pennsylvania.

Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage is offered through multiple plan options with bundled prescription and behavioral health, plus dental and vision, with eligibility typically beginning on day one when starting on the first of a month. High‑deductible plan enrollees can receive employer HSA contributions alongside wellness and EAP supports.
Retirement Support — Faculty and staff can participate in 403(b) plans featuring automatic university contributions and a dollar‑for‑dollar matching plan, with an additional supplemental annuity option. Investment access is provided via TIAA with standard rules for rollovers and notices.
Parental & Family Support — Tuition benefits extend to employees, spouses/partners, and dependent children, complemented by backup childcare/elder care and a paid parental leave policy. Eligibility timing and service requirements apply, with the dependent‑tuition benefit highlighted as a standout offering.