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Meharry Medical College

Research Assistant

Campus, IL · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

The Research Assistant should have prior experience with multi-tasking skills in working wet lab/bench research. The research assistant will directly assist PI and PI lab and able to work with cell ...

Uottawa

Research Assistant

Campus, IL

$31.89 - $50.25/hr

  • PTO

New Position Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus Session: 2026 Fall Semester ... Research Assistant (CUPE) Posting Type: Recherche / Research Course Title: N/A Course Code: N/A ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$15 - $30/hr

  • Retirement

This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S58212 Grade: S15 Expected Pay Range: $13.82 to $26.94 Research Assistant, III Administrative tasks in support of the clinical ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL

$15 - $30/hr

  • Retirement

This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S58212 Grade: S15 Expected Pay Range: $13.82 to $26.94 Research Assistant, III Administrative tasks in support of the clinical ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL

$15 - $30/hr

  • Retirement

This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S58212 Grade: S15 Expected Pay Range: $13.82 to $26.94 Research Assistant, III Administrative tasks in support of the clinical ...

Uottawa

Research Assistant

Campus, IL · On-site

$32.84 - $51.75/hr

  • PTO

New Position Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus Session: 2026 Fall Semester ... Research Assistant (CUPE) Posting Type: Recherche / Research Course Title: N/A Course Code: N/A ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL

$17.16 - $33.47/hr

  • Retirement

This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S58212 Grade: S15 Expected Pay Range: $13.82 to $26.94 Research Assistant, III Administrative tasks in support of the clinical ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$17.16 - $33.47/hr

  • Retirement

This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S58212 Grade: S15 Expected Pay Range: $13.82 to $26.94 Research Assistant, III Administrative tasks in support of the clinical ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$17.16 - $33.47/hr

  • Retirement

This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S58212 Grade: S15 Expected Pay Range: $13.82 to $26.94 Research Assistant, III Administrative tasks in support of the clinical ...

Meharry Medical College

Research Assistant

Campus, IL · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

The Research Assistant at Dr. Aize Cao's lab, funded by an HRSA maternal health grant. The successful candidate will be involved in key aspects of data collection and analysis to support ongoing ...

Uottawa

Research Assistant

Campus, IL · On-site

$31.89 - $50.25/hr

  • PTO

New Position Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus Session: 2026 Fall Semester ... Research Assistant (CUPE) Posting Type: Recherche / Research Course Title: N/A Course Code: N/A ...

Uottawa

Research Assistant

Campus, IL

$31.89 - $50.25/hr

  • PTO

New Position Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus Session: 2026 Fall Semester ... Research Assistant (CUPE) Posting Type: Recherche / Research Course Title: N/A Course Code: N/A ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$13.82 - $26.94/hr

  • Retirement

This is an Entry-Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S58211 Grade: S14 Expected Pay Range: $12.85 to $25.06 Research Assistant, II Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$13.82 - $26.94/hr

  • Retirement

This is an Entry-Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S58211 Grade: S14 Expected Pay Range: $12.85 to $25.06 Research Assistant, II Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research ...

Uottawa

Research Assistant

Campus, IL

$31.89 - $50.25/hr

  • PTO

New Position Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus Session: 2026 Fall Semester ... Research Assistant (CUPE) Posting Type: Recherche / Research Course Title: N/A Course Code: N/A ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL

$14 - $18/hr

  • Retirement

Research Assistant, I: Requires little to no related experience. Research Assistant, II : Requires ... This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

  • Retirement

Research Assistant, I: Requires little to no related experience. Research Assistant, II : Requires ... This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL

$14 - $18/hr

  • Retirement

Research Assistant, I: Requires little to no related experience. Research Assistant, II : Requires ... This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$14/hr

  • Retirement

Research Assistant, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience. Preferences Ability to lead ... This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug ...

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How much do research assistant position jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for research assistant position in Pontiac, IL is $20.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.21 and $23.70 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 Pontiac, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,353 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Research Assistant

Meharry Medical College

Campus, IL • On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

The Research Assistant should have prior experience with multi-tasking skills in working wet lab/bench research. The research assistant will directly assist PI and PI lab and able to work with cell culture, processing clinical specimens and animal studies. This person must have adequate wet lab (ELISA's, Protein, RNA experiments; cellular/molecular) research experience, including microbiome and cytokine analysis in all kinds of specimens.

Daily Operations

  • Human cell and tissue culture studies, microbiome and cytokine analysis in various specimens
  • IHC, Western blotting, RT-PCR and other wet lab experiments as needed
  • Lab maintenance
  • Record keeping, data analysis
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

  • Prior experience in wet lab research (RT-PCR, Western blotting, ELISA, cell culture, animal handling, able to learn new methods etc)
  • Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, particularly skills in MSExcel
  • Experience in database creation
  • Strong communication, organization and interpersonal skils

Preferred Skills

  • Prior experience in wet lab research (RT-PCR, Western blotting, ELISA, cell culture, animal handling, able to learn new methods etc)
  • Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, particularly skills in MSExcel
  • Experience in database creation
  • Strong communication, organization and interpersonal skills.

Required Education and Experience

  • BS/MS (Clinical/Physiology/Biochemistry/Biomedical/oral biology)
  • 1-2 years of relevant experience working

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