Temp Co-op - Internship in Human Spaceflight
Listed on 2026-08-02
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Research/Development
Research Assistant/Associate, Research Scientist, Biomedical Science
Temp Co-op
- Internship in Human Spaceflight 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 ranksamong the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provideopportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education,all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistentlyranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers.
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 forwork and play.
Posted Job TitleTemp Co-op
- Internship in Human Spaceflight
Temporary Employee
- Co-op Worker
The internship will provide hands-on research experience in human spaceflight with a focus on human health and performance duringspace missions. The primary goals of the internship are to expandthe trainee's experience conducting space-related scientificresearch and to enhance their understanding of the mental and behavioral health challenges associated with human spaceflight. Toachieve these goals, the trainee will contribute to/assist withliterature reviews, research protocols, data collection and analysis, and the preparation of scientific reports, presentations,and manuscripts
Job DescriptionThe internship will provide hands-on research experience in human spaceflight with a focus on human health and performance duringspace missions. The primary goals of the internship are to expandthe trainee's experience conducting space-related scientificresearch and to enhance their understanding of the mental and behavioral health challenges associated with human spaceflight. Toachieve these goals, the trainee will contribute to/assist withliterature reviews, research protocols, data collection and analysis, and the preparation of scientific reports, presentations,and manuscripts
Job Location- City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / SchoolPerelman School of Medicine
Pay Range$7.25 - $7.25 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 rangesbased on external market data for the job's level. Internalorganization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity StatementThe 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 RequirementsA background check may be required after a conditional job offer ismade. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits- Health and Life
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Penn offers comprehensive medical,prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. - Retirement
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Penn offers generous retirement plans tohelp you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on apre-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 ACAguidelines.
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