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Exploring the Research Landscape

Research spans a vast spectrum, encompassing diverse disciplines like science, engineering, medicine, humanities, and social sciences. It's about seeking answers, pushing boundaries, and advancing knowledge. The field offers a multitude of roles, each with its own unique set of responsibilities and rewards.

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Salaries in research vary significantly depending on experience, location, specialization, and the type of employer. Entry-level positions typically offer a starting salary in the $40,000-$60,000 range, while senior researchers can earn upwards of $100,000 per year.

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Career Path in Research:

Research offers a dynamic career path with opportunities for growth and advancement. You might choose to specialize in a particular area, pursue leadership roles, or explore entrepreneurial ventures.

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Embracing the Research Journey:

Research is a challenging yet rewarding career path. It allows you to make meaningful contributions to knowledge, solve complex problems, and advance our understanding of the world. By developing the necessary skills, networking strategically, and pursuing your passions, you can carve a fulfilling career in the exciting realm of research.

Explore a wide array of positions across the US through this job search, featuring 2141+ jobs in places such as Baltimore, MD, San Diego, CA, Eugene, OR, Ann Arbor, MI, Cincinnati, OH, West Lafayette, IN, College Park, MD and Norman, OK.

A significant number of jobs are situated in the East Coast, known for its humid subtropical climate with mild winters and hot summers. This area offers diverse seasonal activities and has a robust job market, particularly in healthcare, education, and technology.

# Key Locations Total
1 Baltimore, MD 471
2 San Diego, CA 387
3 Eugene, OR 310
4 Ann Arbor, MI 247
5 Cincinnati, OH 229
6 West Lafayette, IN 192
7 College Park, MD 177
8 Norman, OK 128

This job search spans various federal agencies, private organizations, and universities across the United States, offering a wide range of positions.

# Key Employers Total
1 Johns Hopkins University 505
2 University of California 428
3 University of Oregon 316
4 University of Michigan 247
5 University of Cincinnati 229
6 Purdue University 192
7 University of Maryland 177
8 Dartmouth College 132
9 University of Oklahoma 128
10 Duke University 107

The roles span several categories, including Academia (2583 jobs), Science (521 jobs), Administration (405 jobs), Research (207 jobs), Healthcare (108 jobs), Psychology (71 jobs), Management (48 jobs), Business (41 jobs), Engineering (36 jobs), Education (33 jobs), and ( jobs).

Overall, this job search presents diverse opportunities with varying salaries and location benefits, allowing you to choose the best fit for your career goals and lifestyle.




Recently Added Positions:

Postdoc
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RESEARCH MATERIALS ENGINEER/MECHANICAL ENGINEER/CHEMIST (POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE)

USDA Agricultural Research Services, Plant Polymer Research
Dec 09 - Peoria, IL

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Postdoctoral Research Scientist

Columbia University, Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Center for Precision Psychiatry & Mental Health
Nov 22 - New York, NY

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Postdoctoral Research Scientist

Columbia University, Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Center for Precision Psychiatry & Mental Health
Oct 30 - New York, NY


Research
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ECEI Full-Time Research Associate

University of Oklahoma
Jan 25 - Norman, OK

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*Senior Staff Research Scientist

University of Oklahoma
Jan 23 - Norman, OK

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*Oncology Research Regulatory Specialist - CTO

University of Oklahoma
Jan 17 - Norman, OK

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Quantitative Researcher - Chicago

Radix Trading LLC, Research
Sep 11 - USA

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*Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

University of Oklahoma
Jan 15 - Norman, OK

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*Staff Research Assistant - HPRC

University of Oklahoma
Jan 08 - Norman, OK


Cancer Research
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Assistant or Associate Research Professor

Institute for Research and Immunology (IRIC) - Université de Montréal
Jan 20 - Montreal, QC

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Assistant, Associate, Full Professor Faculty positions Advanced Leukemia Therapies & Research Center

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical
Nov 18 - Cincinnati, OH

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Research Fellow Postdoc

Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center ( Neuro-
Nov 25 - Atlanta, GA

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Postdoctoral Training Opportunity - Translational Pancreatic Cancer Research

Northwestern
Jan 02 - Chicago, IL

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FACULTY POSITION

Institute for Cancer Research
Nov 04 - Philadelphia, PA

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Research Technician III - Cancer Cell Therapy

Baylor College of Medicine
Jan 09 - Houston, TX


Microbiology
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Research Food Technologist/Research Microbiologist

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Jan 17 - Wyndmoor, PA

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Research Microbiologist/Geneticist (Research Associate)

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Jan 17 - Peoria, IL


Genetics
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Research Geneticist/Chemist (Research Associate)

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Jun 21 - Saint Paul, MN

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Research Geneticist (Research Associate)

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Dec 18 - Fargo, ND

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RESEARCH GENETICIST (RESEARCH ASSOCIATE)

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Jan 10 - Poplarville, MS

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Research Geneticist (Plants)

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Jan 14 - United States

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Research Geneticist (Plants)

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Jan 17 - Aberdeen, ID

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Research Geneticist

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Jan 02 - Fargo, ND


Academic Affairs
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Research Associate

University of Colorado System
Jan 07 - Aurora, CO

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Research Assistant I - Aging Nutritional Research

Baylor College of Medicine
Jan 22 - Houston, TX


Analyst
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Research Analyst I/II

The Int'l Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
Jan 16 - Washington, DC

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Research Faculty, Infectious Diseases

George Mason University
Feb 27 - Fairfax, VA

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Post-Award Research Administrator

George Mason University
Oct 18 - Fairfax, VA

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Manager, Pre-Award Research Administration

George Mason University
Dec 18 - Fairfax, VA

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Assistant Vice President, Research Security

George Mason University
Oct 14 - Fairfax, VA

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Geospatial Simulation

George Mason University
Nov 09 - Fairfax, VA


Provosts
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Research Associate

Old Dominion University
Jan 17 - Norfolk, VA

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Research Assistant I - Gynecological Pathology Research

Baylor College of Medicine
Dec 31 - Houston, TX


Health Sciences
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Research Assistant I - Aging Nutritional Research

Baylor College of Medicine
Jan 22 - Houston, TX

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Research Assistant I - Gynecological Pathology Research

Baylor College of Medicine
Dec 31 - Houston, TX


Health And Medicine
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Research Associate

University of Colorado System
Jan 08 - Aurora, CO


Biological Engineering; Environmental Engineering
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Research Associate

Cornell University, BEE/CALS
Jan 06 - USA


Chemistry
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Research Chemist - Research Associate

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Mar 18 - Fargo, ND


Plant Physiology
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Research Agronomist/Research Plant Physiologist

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Jan 07 - Brookings, SD


Dietitian
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Research Nutritionist - Research Associate

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Aug 09 - Houston, TX


Science And Technology
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Research Assistant I

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Jan 20 - Cambridge, MA

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Research Assistant I

Dartmouth College
Jan 20 - Hanover, NH


Entomology; Integrated Pest Management
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Research Associate

Cornell University, Department of Entomology - Geneva
Jan 15 - USA


Statistics
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Research Associate/Research Scientist

Harvard University
Jan 18 - USA


Agricultural Engineering
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Research Agricultural Engineer - Research Physical Science (Research Associate)

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Sep 27 - Fort Collins, CO

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Research Agricultural Engineer / Research Physical Science (Research Associate)

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Aug 20 - Fort Collins, CO


General Natural Resources Management
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Supervisory Research Biologist/Supervisory Research Nutritionist/Supervisory Research Chemist

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Jan 14 - Beltsville, MD


Plant Pathology
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Research Plant Pathologist/Plant Physiologist/Geneticist (Research Associate)

Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture
Jan 07 - Peoria, IL


Operations Research
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OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST

U.S. Marine Corps, Department of the Navy
Nov 15 - Stafford, VA

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Operations Research Analyst (Workforce/Manpower)

U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security
Jan 15 - Washington, DC

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Operations Research Analyst

Federal Maritime Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Jan 17 - Washington, DC

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Operations Research Analyst

Federal Maritime Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Jan 17 - Washington, DC


Mathematics
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Research Computer Scientist - Research Engineer

Southwest Research Institute
Jan 17 - USA


Academic
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Pro Tem Research Assistant/Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar (Chemistry and Biochemistry) - Open Pool

University of Oregon
Jan 19 - Eugene, OR

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Pro Tem Research Assistant/Research Associate/Postdoctoral Scholar (Physics) - Open Pool

University of Oregon
Jan 19 - Eugene, OR

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Research Assistant/Research Associate/Postdoctoral Scholar (Biology) - Open Pool

University of Oregon
Jan 19 - Eugene, OR

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Pro Tem Research Assistant/Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar (Biology) - Open Pool

University of Oregon
Jan 19 - Eugene, OR

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Pro Tem Research Assistant/Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar (OIMB) - Open Pool

University of Oregon
Jan 19 - Eugene, OR

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Pro tem Research Assistant/Research Associate/Postdoctoral Scholar - open pool

University of Oregon
Jan 19 - Eugene, OR


Faculty
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Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Translational Biotherapeutics

University of Ottawa Research Management Services
Jan 16 - Ottawa, ON


Engineering
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Research Associate

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (N.C. A&T)
Jan 04 - USA



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