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Mar 21, 2026
Full time
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Advanced Materials
Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Advanced Materials Job ID: 290576 Location: Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 'high research' university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses ' the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville ' Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in...
Apr 04, 2026
Full time
Research Associate, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA
JOB TITLE Research Associate LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Chemistry & Biochemistry - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks applicants for a postdoctoral research associate to begin immediately. The research associate is expected to work under Prof. Rong R. Wang's supervision and will focus on developing novel methods and materials for advanced biological and chemical sensors, cell therapeutics and connective tissue regeneration. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Conduct independent and collaborative research and prepare peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, and technical reports to disseminate research findings. Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, and external research partners in an interdisciplinary research environment. Provide mentoring and technical guidance to graduate and...
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Research Associate
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA
JOB TITLE Research Associate LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Robotics Engineering - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead the design, prototyping, and control of a bio-inspired robotic gate system. This system will mimic biological mechanisms to enable adaptive, efficient, and robust control for regulating passage in dynamic environments. The role involves mechanical design, actuation strategies, and intelligent control for real-world deployment. JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Design & Analysis: Develop innovative bio-inspired concepts for a robotic gate mechanism that can block or allow traffic dynamically. Perform structural and dynamic analysis to ensure reliability and safety. Prototyping & Integration: Fabricate and assemble robotic gate prototypes using advanced manufacturing...
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Research Associate Position - Lazar laboratory
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate Position - Lazar laboratory Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Apr 27, 2026 Deadline: Apr 27, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism in the Department of Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Position requires a minimum of three years of postdoctoral research experience. Responsibilities may include experiments related to determining mechanisms underlying the functions of thyroid hormone receptors in cells and in vivo by developing novel methods of gene transcription and analysis in liver and other tissues. Applicant must have experience working...
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Research Associate in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Pennsylvania specializing in cognitive neuroscience
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Pennsylvania specializing in cognitive neuroscience Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Mar 24, 2026 Deadline: Mar 24, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Neurosurgery at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of recording and analysis of human invasive electrophysiology, including time series analysis, spike sorting and statistical modeling in the domains of memory and decision making. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Preferred applicant should have 3-5 years of postdoctoral experience. Responsibilities may include...
Mar 24, 2026
Full time
Research Associate - Microbiology
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate - Microbiology Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Oct 28, 2025 Deadline: Oct 28, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Microbiology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of mRNA biochemistry, mRNA production, immunology (evaluate vaccine-induced cellular and humarol immune responses) and work with mice. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include investigation of novel adjuvants for mRNA vaccines in various mouse models. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to further develop critical research skills, literature and experimental techniques, prepare...
Mar 18, 2026
Full time
Research Associate
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Apr 25, 2025 Deadline: Apr 25, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of Mass Spectrometry. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include developing collaborative and independent research programs related to the intersection of chromatin biology and proteomics. Learn, apply, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge mass spectrometry-based methods for the quantitative analysis of nuclear proteins and histone post-translational modifications, along with a...
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Associate Director of Research Security and International Compliance
James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA
Associate Director of Research Security and International Compliance Working Title: Associate Director of Research Security and International Compliance State Role Title: N/A Position Type: Administrative & Professional (Non-teaching Faculty) Position Status: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime College/Division: Vice President - REDI Department: 539001 - Sponsored Programs Accounting Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience Specify Range or Amount: Is this a JMU only position? No Is this a grant-funded position? Yes. This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon continued funding. Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No Beginning Review Date: 3/30/2026 About JMU: Mission We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives. Vision To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and...
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Research Associate at the Center for Neuromodulation in Depression and Stress (CNDS)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate at the Center for Neuromodulation in Depression and Stress (CNDS) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Dec 16, 2025 Deadline: Dec 16, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and the Center for Neuromodulation in Depression and Stress (CNDS) seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of limited assessment of patients, TMS, and analysis of MRI results with a focus on advanced multimodal MRI data. Applicants must have an M.D. and/or Ph.D degree. Responsibilities may include participating in research group efforts to obtain and analyze clinical MRI and MRI data. Following analysis, the...
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant Professor/Research Associate Professor(Horticulture/Pomologist)
Prairie View A&M University Prairie View, TX
Prairie View A&M University Research Assistant Professor/Research Associate Professor(Horticulture/Pomologist) Job Title Research Assistant Professor/Research Associate Professor(Horticulture/Pomologist) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Cooperative Agricultural Research Center Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description This is a Principal Investigator position to establish a new research program on Pomology with a focus on niche fruit and nut tree species suitable for growth and research in the Gov Bill and Vara Daniel Farm and Ranch at PVAMU, including but not limited to the varieties of pecans, figs, persimmons, satsumas, mulberries, and pomegranate. The incumbent will plan, review, administer, and implement the biochemical and biotechnological aspects of the agricultural and scientific research mission of the CAFNR Research at PVAMU as guided by the higher education...
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Research Associate (Seale Lab)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate (Seale Lab) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Apr 17, 2026 Deadline: Apr 17, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of Molecular biology, single cell RNAseq approaches, animal models of regeneration. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include Establish and lead a research project investigating the cellular and molecular mechanisms governing tissue fibrosis and regeneration, with a particular focus on the function and regulation of tissue-resident mesenchymal stromal cells. The successful...
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Research Associate in Gynecologic Oncology, Penn Ovarian Cancer Research Center
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate in Gynecologic Oncology, Penn Ovarian Cancer Research Center Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Sep 12, 2024 Deadline: Sep 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of ovarian cancer development and progression with a focus on tumor microenvironment and the emerging role of innervation on tumor biology. A strong background in molecular biology, drug development, mouse models, and cancer genomics is required. Candidates must have at least 3-5 years of postdoctoral training. Applicants must have an M.D. or Ph.D degree....
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Research Associate (Wan Lab)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate (Wan Lab) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 04, 2026 Deadline: Feb 04, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cancer Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of protein biochemistry, cell culture techniques, molecular biology, imaging, epigenetics and chromatin biology, and animal models of development and cancer. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include investigation of epigenetic mechanisms in development and cancer, using a wide range of approaches including molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, epigenomic analysis, and animal models. The...
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Research Associate (Dr. Alvarez Lab)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate (Dr. Alvarez Lab) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 27, 2026 Deadline: Feb 27, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of Stem cell biology, circadian biology, protein biochemistry, cell culture techniques, molecular biology, CRISPR genome editing, single-cell transcriptomics/epigenomics/proteomics, metabolism, and organoid/animal models of disease. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include Investigation of how biological rhythms regulate cellular maturation using stem cell-derived islets,...
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Research Associate (MG)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate (MG) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Aug 21, 2024 Deadline: Aug 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of Molecular biology and tissue culture expertise. Confocal microscopy and image analysis expertise. Protein expression and purification expertise. Experience in DNA Damage-Repair field. Experience working with others on collaborative research projects. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include characterization of the determinants of 53BP1 self-assembly to form DNA repair condensates in...
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Research Associate (JE)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate (JE) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Sep 04, 2024 Deadline: Sep 04, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of molecular biology, protein biochemistry, immunology, mouse genetic analyses, high throughput genomics and epigenetics. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include Investigation of the role of murine cardiac-specific gene knockouts in high fat diet-induced cardiac failure. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to further develop critical thinking skills and experimental...
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Research Associate
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: May 20, 2025 Deadline: May 20, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of Adipocyte culture, mouse models of obesity and insulin resistance, molecular biology, whole animal metabolic investigations, genomic analyses. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include Lead a research project focused on adipose (fat) tissue remodeling in response to changing metabolic and environmental conditions (e.g. obesity, environmental temperature). The successful applicant will...
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Research Associate
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Jan 09, 2025 Deadline: Jan 09, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of IVF, mouse models, histology, epigenetics assays. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include investigation of the outcomes of Assisted Reproductive Technologies using a mouse model. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to further develop their epigenetics skills. Candidate should have a minimum of 3-5 years postdoctoral experience. We seek candidates who embrace and reflect...
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Research Associate (PS)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate (PS) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Jul 26, 2024 Deadline: Jul 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of Molecular biology, mouse genetic engineering and modeling, primary cell culture, animal models of obesity and diabetes, metabolic analyses. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Candidate should have a minimum of 3-5 years postdoctoral experience. Responsibilities may include Investigate the regulation and activity of cancer-associated fibroblasts in the context of obesity development and diabetes...
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Research Associate
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Associate Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Mar 24, 2026 Deadline: Mar 24, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Neurology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Research Associate positions in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include developing and implementing signal processing pipelines, visualization strategies for complex data, statistical analyses, and writing scientific papers. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to help supervise laboratory technicians, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students in an academic setting. Qualifications Application Instructions To apply, visit...