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Compass Group

MARKETING ASSISTANT

Springfield, MO · On-site

$20/hr

We are hiring immediately for a full time MARKETING ASSISTANT position. * Address : 901 South ... Analyzes customer/resident research, current market conditions and competitor information.

QPS, LLC

Clinical Research Technician

Springfield, MO · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

The Clinical Research Technician position offers flexible hours and a rewarding work environment in the drug research field. This position is primarily responsible for monitoring the study volunteers ...

The Larson Group

Marketing Assistant

Springfield, MO · On-site

$34K - $44K/yr

Support special projects and research initiatives as assigned by the Director of Marketing ... This position regularly interacts with TLG's corporate team, location managers, department managers ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for research assistant position in Springfield, MO is $19.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $23.17 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 Springfield, MO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,453 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Stream Ecology Lab Assistant

Missouri State University

Springfield, MO • On-site

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Stream Ecology Lab Assistant

Position Title - Stream Ecology Lab Assistant

Student Status - Work Study Optional – You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location - Springfield Campus

Department - Biology

Hiring Range - 16.00

Sponsorship Information - Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Department/Employer Operating Hours - Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

How many hours per week are required? - 8-15 hours/week

Description of Primary Duties - Assisting with field data collection in wadable streams, including work required on some weekends. Cleaning and sorting aquatic invertebrate samples in the laboratory, with some identification at coarse taxonomic levels (possibility to learn more about identification if interested). Cleaning and organizing field and laboratory equipment. Potential to continue working in the lab in spring 2027 and beyond.

Required Qualifications - Interest in the process of scientific research is a must. Ability to focus, with strong attention to detail. Reliability. Sense of humor. Physical fitness to be prepared for a few labor-intensive field days. Willingness to work as an integral part of a research team. Some proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint. A work/study award is not required for this position, but please let us know in the cover letter if you have one you'd like to use.

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Special Instructions to Applicants - Biology major preferred

Contact Information - Apply online. Do not call or come by the department offices. Contact Dr. Finn at dfinn@missouristate.edu if you have questions.

Equal Opportunity Statement - Non-Discrimination Statement Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252.

Open Date - 08/04/2026

Close Date - 10/15/2026

Posting Number - 20260099STU

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

  1. Unofficial Transcripts - 1
  2. Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
  3. Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
  4. Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)
  5. Unofficial Transcripts -2
  6. Work Study Award Letter (Student)
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you a current Missouri State University Student?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. Is your cumulative and/or semester GPA a 2.00 or better?
    • Yes
    • No
    • I don't know
  3. How many credit hours are you enrolled in for the Fall/Spring/Summer semester? (determines eligibility for student employment)

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. Do you have a Federal work/study award?
    • Yes
    • No

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