Location: Philadelphia, PA
Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required
**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 Assistant **Job Profile Title** Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt **Job Description Summary** Temporary Research Assistant **Job Description** The Temporary Research Assistant will provide part‑time support to ongoing research projects by conducting qualitative analysis and natural language processing of survey data, completing literature reviews, and assisting with the design and implementation of research instruments. The role supports active studies and ensures continuity of research operations during a defined project period. Responsibilities include: - Conduct literature reviews - Survey design, implementation and data collection - Use statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, Python) to analyze survey data - Create visualizations (e.g., charts, graphs) to effectively communicate data findings. - Use natural language processing techniques in Python to extract insights from textual data..