20 research associate position jobs found

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR / CAREER DEVELOPMENT Position Number: S-3830 Position Summary: Along with Director, develops goals and objectives for Career Development Center ( CDC ) staff and programs. Responsible for research, development, direction and implementation of a university wide career development model. Provides planning for career development, including internal and external initiatives and programs. Manages multifaceted relationships with staff, faculty, alumni, students and colleges. Provides supervision of three (3) Assistant Directors of Career Development and in the absence of the Director, serves as the point person for overall Career Services matters. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent with emphasis in career development, career counseling, higher education, psychology or related fields. Five years of related professional experience. Demonstrated success in relationship building with staff, faculty,...

MANAGER / BUSINESS OPERATIONS / COLLEGE OF ARTS & MEDIA Position Number: S-3827 Position Summary: Serves as assistant to the dean, relieving the dean of a wide variety of administrative details on an on-going basis, completing assignments using self-initiative without detailed instructions. Provides oversight and leadership in the day-to-day management of the College of Arts and Media ( CAM ) budget, human resources, and faculty personal services. Serves as the lead administrator of the Dean’s Office functioning as a member of the senior CAM executive team. Serves as a member of the dean’s Advisory Council. Routinely assumes responsibility for an ever evolving and increasing scope of special projects as directed by the dean and associate dean of CAM . Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or a related field. Three years of professional experience in fiscal planning or a related field. Demonstrated experience with databases,...

Assistant Professor of Physics, Tenure Track Department: Physical Science Location: Grand Rapids, MI GRCC is seeking faculty who possess an interest in serving and retaining students from a broad range of ages, cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We seek applicants who are also committed to closing equity gaps; engage in and develop innovative teaching strategies; effectively assess student learning outcomes; demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development; and provide service to our students, the college, and our community at large. Faculty members are responsible to GRCC and to each other for the successful completion of departmental work, as well as work associated with the School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and GRCC as a whole. In addition to the major position responsibilities, it is expected that faculty demonstrate outstanding communication skills,...

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT/FACILITIES MANAGEMENT Position Number: S-3822 Position Summary: Responsible for providing executive leadership, strategic direction, and administrative oversight of the Facilities Management Department of Central Michigan University. Oversees comprehensive facilities functions, including Campus Planning, Project Design and Construction, Campus Operations and Maintenance, Custodial Services, Utilities Operations, and Landscape Operations. Develops and recommends policy and/or procedural improvements to the Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services on all matters relative to facilities management, construction programs, resource utilization, and related matters. Responsible for an operational budget of $32 million, including the Central Energy Facility, leads an organization of approximately 150 full-time equivalent employees, most of whom are unionized, and oversees a capital construction program of approximately $180 million....

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT/UNIVERSITY ENGAGEMENT Position Number: S-3816 Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Vice President of University Engagement and Student Affairs ( VPUESA ), the Associate Vice President of University Engagement ( AVPUE ) serves on the VP’s Executive Leadership team. The AVPUE is a direct liaison to faculty, staff, students, community members, and counterparts at other institutions. Further, the AVPUE participates in an executive on-call rotation for emergencies and attends meetings/events representing the VP and special projects. In accordance with the Leadership Standards at Central Michigan University, the Division of University Engagement and Student Affairs works cooperatively with a diverse array of constituencies to nurture a supportive, collaborative environment which centers student and scholarly success while enhancing CMU’s organizational culture. The primary responsibility of the AVPUE is to provide executive...

DIRECTOR / ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT Position Number: S-3800 Position Summary: Reporting to the deputy chief of alumni and constituent engagement, the director of alumni engagement is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing all events led by the Alumni Office, which includes managing event logistics, budgets, and communication. This position supervises two assistant directors and two associate directors, and an administrative office assistant in the Alumni Office. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Five years of experience, preferably in student programming, alumni relations, public relations, event management, hospitality services, or a related field. Experience working with volunteers and volunteer boards. Experience working with web-based platforms/applications. Experience managing events of all sizes and scope. Supervisory experience. Possession a valid driver’s license. Demonstrated ability to create strategic initiatives...

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR / ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT Position Number: S-3799 Position Summary: This position is responsible for coordinating alumni outreach programs and event engagement. The position facilitates alumni engagement through a variety of in-person and virtual events, affinity group initiatives, and digital engagement platforms. This position is also responsible for supervising student employees/intern(s). Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Three years of experience in alumni relations, event management, student programming, public relations, hospitality services, or a related field. Possession of a valid driver’s license. Ability to travel and work evenings/weekends. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Preferred Qualifications: Five years of experience in alumni relations, event management, student programming,...

DIRECTOR / STUDENT MEDIA Position Number: S-3801 Position Summary: Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs, the Director of Student Media provides administrative leadership, fiscal management, and strategic planning for the department. The Director advises students who lead Central Michigan Life (CM Life) by centering student learning, engagement, development, and academic success in their daily practice. As such, the Director provides professional and technical advice on journalism, law, marketing, advertising, and production. Further, the Director advises students on the development of Student Media, acting as an advocate for journalists and aiding students who wish to exercise their First Amendment free speech rights. The Director leads a dynamic team of full-time and student staff using a humanistic approach that fosters a culture of trust, collaboration, and innovation, ensuring that students feel supported and empowered to achieve their...

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / ENROLLMENT STUDENT SERVICES (2 POSITIONS) Position Number: S-3786 Position Summary: Under the direction of the Associate Director of Enrollment, the Assistant Director manages a caseload of online students (undergraduate, graduate, cohort) by providing comprehensive support throughout their student journey. This position is responsible for identifying barriers to student progression, problem solving, and establishing and maintaining cross-campus partnerships. Using various types of communication, university systems and other resources, the Assistant Director works directly with students to assist in selecting a program, completing the admission process, and supporting enrollment persistence through graduation. This position works as part of a larger student service team and will cross-train with team members to ensure student success and seamless service across all aspects of the student journey. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s...

COORDINATOR / CLASSROOM INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT Position Number: S-3774 Position Summary: The classroom instructional support coordinator provides comprehensive support for pre-clerkship classroom instruction and educational technology operations. This role ensures the smooth execution of active learning methodologies such as Team-Based Learning ( TBL ) and Peer Instruction (PI) by overseeing classroom setup, assisting with instructional technologies, and coordinating session logistics. The coordinator also provides proctoring assistance and works closely with faculty, academic affairs staff, and IT teams to ensure an optimal learning environment for medical students. Required Qualifications: Associate’s degree or a combination of education and experience that equates to two years. Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with faculty, students, and staff. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, WebEx,...

Health Administration/Graduate Program Director (Tenure-Track, Assistant/Associate Professor) Posting Number: F-1009 College/Unit: The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions Home Department: School of Health Sciences Employee Group: Tenure-Track Faculty - 12 month Employment Status: Full-Time Position Type: 12 month Position Classification: Tenure Track Faculty Position Begin Date: Position End Date: Position Summary: The Health Administration Division within the School of Health Sciences of the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions at Central Michigan University ( CMU ) seeks to hire a Health Administration faculty member who will also serve an initial appointment as the Graduate Program Director. This is a twelve-month (12), tenure-eligible position with a desired start date of May 2026, or as negotiated. The successful candidate will teach courses in the Doctor of Health Administration ( DHA ) and Master of...

Physical Education (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor/Associate Professor) Posting Number: F-1012 College/Unit: The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions Home Department: Department of Physical Education and Sport Employee Group: Tenure-Track Faculty - Academic Year Employment Status: Full-Time Position Type: 10 month Position Classification: Tenure Track Faculty Position Begin Date: 08/24/2026 Position End Date: Position Summary: The CMU Health and Physical Education ( HPE ) program in the Department of Physical Education and Sport ( PES ) is recruiting for a tenure-track faculty appointment at the level of assistant/associate professor effective August 2026. Tenure-track faculty generally teach nine (9) credit hours per semester while also engaging in service to the department, college, university. Faculty are also required to engage in scholarly activity that results in successful publications in their field of expertise....

Synthetic Carbohydrate and/or Lipid Chemistry Postdoctoral Research Fellow Posting Number: F-1028 College/Unit: College of Science and Engineering Home Department: Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Employee Group: Postdoctoral Research Fellow Employment Status: Full-Time Position Type: 12 month Position Classification: Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position Begin Date: 03/01/2026 Position End Date: Position Summary: One postdoctoral position focused on the synthesis of mycobacterial glycolipids is available starting March 1, 2026, in the laboratory of Dr. Ben Swarts of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Central Michigan University. The position is renewable, contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued funding, for a maximum term of three years. We are looking for an enthusiastic chemist to work on the synthesis, characterization, and chemical biology of structurally complex, virulence-associated glycolipids from the cell...

DIRECTOR / NONCREDIT & ALTERNATIVE ENROLLMENT Position Number: S-3823 Position Summary: The director of noncredit and alternative enrollment for CMU Innovation and Online provides strategic leadership and institutional stewardship for professional development, noncredit learning, and alternative enrollment pathways delivered online and at distance. The director holds primary responsibility for the design, implementation, governance, and sustainability of the university’s noncredit portfolio, digital credentialing infrastructure, and alternative enrollment models. This role oversees online program management relationships, workforce and state-funded initiatives, along with dual and concurrent enrollment programs, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, compliance requirements, and external partner needs. The director serves as a senior advisor on noncredit and alternative enrollment strategy and acts as a key risk-management and continuity leader...

Astronomy (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor) Posting Number: F-1016 College/Unit: College of Science and Engineering Home Department: Department of Physics Employee Group: Tenure-Track Faculty - Academic Year Employment Status: Full-Time Position Type: 9 month (Academic Year) Position Classification: Tenure Track Faculty Position Begin Date: 08/24/2025 Position End Date: Position Summary: The Department of Physics at Central Michigan University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position starting in Fall 2026. We are seeking an astronomer or astrophysicist with research focused on areas of theoretical, computational or observational astronomy that would complement the research and educational mission of the department. The teaching component of the position involves undergraduate and graduate astronomy and physics courses. Lab components of the astronomy courses include the use of our on-campus Brooks Astronomical...