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10a Labs

Research Fellow

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$32.50/hr

Comfort working independently and collaboratively in a remote setting. * Basic scripting skills (e ... S. * $25 per hour for undergraduate students * $32.50 per hour for graduate students * Flexible ...

Aledade

Brand Manager, Remote

Bethesda, MD · On-site +1

$115K - $135K/yr

Research: Assist in brand awareness research and pulse monitoring efforts. Gathering quantitative ... remote-first culture - you've come to the right place. What Does This Mean for You? At Aledade, you ...

Aledade

Brand Manager, Remote

Bethesda, MD · On-site +1

$115K - $135K/yr

Research: Assist in brand awareness research and pulse monitoring efforts. Gathering quantitative ... remote-first culture - you\'ve come to the right place. What Does This Mean for You? At Aledade ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote student research assistant in Reston, VA is $17.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $19.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Student Research Assistant vs Remote Research Intern?

AspectRemote Student Research AssistantRemote Research Intern
Required CredentialsEnrolled student, relevant courseworkEnrolled student or recent graduate, relevant coursework
Work EnvironmentRemote, flexible hours, academic settingRemote, project-based, academic or industry setting
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research labs, academic projectsResearch institutions, companies, academic projects

The Remote Student Research Assistant typically works on academic research projects while enrolled in school, focusing on supporting faculty or research teams. The Remote Research Intern may have similar credentials but often involves a broader range of research tasks, sometimes in industry settings. Both roles are remote, involve academic or research environments, and are suitable for students or recent graduates seeking research experience.

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Infographic showing various Remote Student Research Assistant job openings in Reston, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,855 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Student Research Assistant II _Non-FWS

GW Student Employment Center for Career Services

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$19/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.
Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.
If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.
Position Title
Student Research Assistant II _Non-FWS
Level of Support
Student Support II
Position Type
Non-FWS
Number of Openings
1
Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)
Wage Per Hour
19.00
Division/School
Milken Institute School of Public Health
Department Name
872212 EXERCISE SCIENCE OPERATING
Department Bio
This position is with the Strategies to Overcome and Prevent (STOP) Obesity Alliance, which is located in the Exercise and Nutrition Science department within the Milken Institute School of Public Health. The STOP Obesity Alliance is made up of a diverse group of business, consumer, government, advocacy, and health organizations dedicated to reversing the obesity epidemic in the United States. STOP conducts research, makes policy recommendations, and develops hands-on tools for providers, advocacy groups, policymakers, and consumers. The STOP Obesity Alliance values racial, ethnic, and lived experience diversity.
Position Specific Summary
The research assistant will devote their time and effort to carrying out research, analysis and other activities for the STOP Obesity Alliance's various research projects related to adult obesity prevention and treatment including our monthly newsletter. Responsibilities include the following activities:
  • Draft monthly article for Director to be published in the monthly newsletter, assemble and publish monthly newsletter using Emma software
  • Update STOP website and draft and post on STOP social media accounts
  • Research and stay up to date on obesity policy issues, including treatments, access to care and other topics
  • Preparation of literature reviews, data analysis, and background reports

Standard Position Description
The student will perform administrative and research tasks with some discretion under direction of faculty member or research coordinator. Tasks may include: assisting with experiments, coding, data entry, data cleaning, and data analysis, preparing research and drafts for articles, reports, and/or presentations. Students may also complete literature reviews, draft summaries, and create graphs and figures. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental/faculty needs.
Professional Outcomes
Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Inclusion, Technology and Data, Career Development
Required Qualifications
Some applicable educational, technical, or professional experience required, some training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent writing and research skills;
  • Knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures related to health policy;
  • Ability to manage time and prioritize work;
  • Experience with writing newsletters, editing websites and posting on social media;
  • Taking graduate level courses at Milken Institute School of Public Health

Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
08/03/2026
Job Close Date
09/07/2026
Campus Location
Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation
Hybrid (mixture of in-person and virtual work)
Hiring Manager Name
Maggie Sampson
Special Instructions Summary
You will be given a writing prompt related to our newsletter and asked to submit a writing sample in response.
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will:
In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.

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