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Barnard College

Research Assistant

New York, NY

$21 - $29/hr

If you are a current Barnard College employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position. Job: Research Assistant The part-time Research Assistant supports the planning ...

Barnard College

Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$21 - $29/hr

If you are a current Barnard College employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position. Job: Research Assistant The part-time Research Assistant supports the planning ...

Columbia University

Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$23.73 - $29.23/hr

Position Summary The Research Assistant will work in the Molecular and Microscale Bioengineering Laboratory of Samuel Sia. The Samuel Sia lab develops technologies for point-of-care blood tests ...

Barnard College

Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$30/hr

If you are a current Barnard College employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position. Job: Research Assistant Research Assistants (RAs) will be responsible for evaluating and ...

Barnard College

Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$30/hr

If you are a current Barnard College employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position. Job: Research Assistant Research Assistants (RAs) will be responsible for evaluating and ...

Touro University

Research Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$17/hr

Overview The Research Assistant will be assisting with data entry, data analysis, and preparation of articles for publication. Responsibilities * Assist faculty members with classroom instruction ...

Touro University

Research Assistant

Manhattan, NY

$18/hr

Overview The Research Assistant will be assisting with data entry, data analysis, and preparation of articles for publication. Responsibilities * Assist faculty members with classroom instruction ...

Touro University

Research Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$17/hr

Overview The Research Assistant will be assisting with data entry, data analysis, and preparation of articles for publication. Responsibilities * Assist faculty members with classroom instruction ...

Touro University

Research Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$18/hr

Overview The Research Assistant will be assisting with data entry, data analysis, and preparation of articles for publication. Responsibilities * Assist faculty members with classroom instruction ...

New York University

Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site +1

$29/hr

Description Position Description: The research assistant will meet with the principal investigator on a weekly basis to discuss completed tasks and plan activities for the following week. Duties and ...

Touro University

Research Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$20/hr

Overview Under direct faculty supervision, the Research Assistant provides clerical and research support to research projects in the School of Health Sciences. Job responsibilities may vary based on ...

Touro University

Research Assistant

Manhattan, NY

$20/hr

Overview Under direct faculty supervision, the Research Assistant provides clerical and research support to research projects in the School of Health Sciences. Job responsibilities may vary based on ...

New York University

Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$23/hr

Description Job Opportunity/Position Title: Research Assistant Description of Location: Hybrid Commitment: May - August Salary Range/Hourly Pay: $23.00 per hour, 10-15 hours per week Project Title:

INSPYR Solutions

Research Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$30/hr

Research Assistant Location: Onsite in NYC, NY Duration: 12 months + Extensions up to 30 months ... This position will support human behavioral experiments and contribute to the development of next ...

GearBooth, LLC

Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$21 - $29/hr

Do you want to work from home for an awesome startup in a position that allows you to grow with the company? As a research assistant for Drum Exchange - soon to be the world's premier online resource ...

GearBooth, LLC

Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$21 - $29/hr

Do you want to work from home for an awesome startup in a position that allows you to grow with the company? As a research assistant for Drum Exchange - soon to be the world's premier online resource ...

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How much do research assistant position jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for research assistant position in Edison, NJ is $22.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.18 and $26.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Research Assistant Position vs Research Associate?

AspectResearch Assistant PositionResearch Associate
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree often required; some roles may need a master'sMaster's or Ph.D. often preferred; more specialized experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic labs, research institutions, healthcare settingsResearch labs, universities, industry R&D departments
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, government agencies, non-profitsUniversities, private companies, biotech firms
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level research rolesViewed as a more advanced research position

The Research Assistant Position typically involves supporting research activities under supervision, requiring a bachelor's degree. In contrast, a Research Associate usually has more experience or advanced degrees, taking on more independent responsibilities. Both roles are common in academic and research settings, but the Research Associate position generally demands a higher level of expertise and specialization.

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Infographic showing various Research Assistant Position job openings in Edison, NJ as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,178 per year, or $22.7 per hour.

Research Assistant III

Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene

New York, NY

$51K - $61K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Research Assistant III

Grade: 13

Salary: $51,058 - $61,101

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a full-time Research Assistant position within the Department of Psychiatry's Center for Autism and the Developing Brain (CADB), located in White Plains, NY. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator and senior research staff, the Research Assistant will support the implementation and coordination of clinical research studies, including participant recruitment, data collection, and research record management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assists in recruiting subjects for research studies based on study recruitment criteria
  • Prepares and maintains paper and electronic research and clinical records
  • Assists in clinical research assessments using specialized interviews and psychological assessment measures under supervision of senior research staff
  • Enters data in various databases including test scores, demographics, and other research records
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field, or a combination of education and (4) years of related training and experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least (1) year of experience with autism or with children and families with developmental disabilities or mental health issues preferred.
  • At least (1) year of clinical research experience preferred.

Work Location: 21 Bloomingdale Road, White Plains, NY 10605

To Apply: Submit an application through our website at https://rfmh.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please note only applications submitted through our website will be considered.

The Mission of the Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. (RFMH) is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. RFMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, RFMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring that RFMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. RFMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer - Disabled/Veteran, 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant.


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