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The Pennsylvania State University

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking a Part-Time Research Associate. The successful candidate will: * The ...

Unf

Part-Time Research Associate

Jacksonville, FL · On-site +1

$35/hr

Department MedNexus-OPS Compensation $35.00 to Negotiable Hourly UNF MedNexus seeks a part-time Research Associate to support research, program evaluation, and innovation-focused activities across ...

The Pennsylvania State University

The Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking Part-Time Research Associates for Summer 2025. Job duties include and are not limited to:

The Pennsylvania State University

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated part-time Research Associate to support ongoing projects in environmental health and safety engineering. The role involves ...

New York University

Research Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$26.37/hr

Description PART TIME RESEARCH ASSOCIATE New York University Tandon School of Engineering CUSP UO (Urban Observatory) at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking to hire a Part Time Research ...

New York University

Research Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$26.37/hr

Description PART-TIME RESEARCH ASSOCIATE New York University Tandon School of Engineering The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking to hire a ...

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How much do part time research associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time research associate in the United States is $32.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $37.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Research Associate vs Research Assistant?

AspectPart Time Research AssociateResearch Assistant
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's degree, research experienceTypically pursuing or holding a Bachelor's degree, some research experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic, corporate, or nonprofit research settings, part-time hoursAcademic labs, research projects, often in university settings
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutes, companiesUniversities, colleges, research labs
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding role scope, responsibilities, and qualificationsEntry-level research roles, internship-like positions

The Part Time Research Associate typically holds more advanced qualifications and may work on more independent research tasks compared to a Research Assistant, who often is a student or early-career individual assisting with data collection and basic research activities. Both roles are common in academic and research settings, but the Associate position usually involves greater responsibility and expertise.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Research Associate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,685 per year, or $32.5 per hour.

Part-Time Research Associate

University Park, PA • On-site

Penn State University
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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking a Part-Time Research Associate. The successful candidate will:
  • The Research Associates will compile and translate air quality data for the study region from published sources into the formats required for incorporation into the overall analysis. Research associates will also assist the project team in compiling a record of pollutant emitting sources from the oil and gas industry as well as other major industrial activity and road traffic. Will assist in the development of research communication materials including plots, graphs, web pages, posters, papers, and other documents.
  • This project is focused on ascertaining the contributions of unconventional oil and gas development to local and regional air quality, associated population exposures across the multi-state Marcellus-Utica Shale region from 2004 to 2023, which groups of people have been most affected by these air quality changes, and how changes in industry practices and government policy have affected pollutant exposures in the region.
  • Must be currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Meteorology, or Geosciences.
  • Familiarity with database applications is desired.
  • Experience with coding in R or Python or MATLAB is desired.
  • Some experience with statistics or data analytics is desired.
  • Must be detail-oriented. An interest in understanding air quality is desired.

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