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University of Kentucky

Research Faculty

Lexington, KY · On-site

Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Research Faculty Requisition Number FE04803 Working Title Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Research for Department of Family & Community Medicine ...

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Ophthalmology Research Faculty

Dallas, TX

The Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center is expanding our research faculty. The department is seeking an applicant with an established track record of sustained NEI/NIH ...

Children's Mercy KC

Doctoral Research Faculty

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

We invite applications for a faculty position in Dissemination and Implementation Science . We seek qualified individuals with expertise in the translation of research findings and evidence into ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for research faculty in the United States is $22.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Research Faculty vs Research Scientist?

AspectResearch Faculty

Required CredentialsTypically PhD in relevant field, academic credentials often preferred
Work EnvironmentAcademic institutions, universities, research centers
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in academia, government research, and some non-profit research organizations

Research Faculty and Research Scientist roles often require similar academic credentials and involve research in academic or institutional settings. However, Research Faculty usually focus on teaching, publishing, and academic responsibilities, while Research Scientists often work in industry or applied research settings with a focus on product development or practical applications.

What are some common challenges faced by Research Faculty when balancing research and teaching responsibilities?

Research Faculty often juggle multiple priorities, including conducting original research, publishing findings, securing funding, and teaching courses. One of the main challenges is effectively managing time to ensure both research projects and teaching duties receive sufficient attention. Balancing grant writing, mentoring students, and meeting departmental expectations can be demanding, but strong organizational skills and open communication with colleagues can help. Many institutions offer support structures, such as research assistants or teaching relief, to help faculty manage these responsibilities.

What are research faculty?

Research faculty are academic professionals at universities or research institutions whose primary responsibility is to conduct research rather than teach courses. They often secure external funding, lead research projects, and publish their findings in scholarly journals. While some research faculty may have limited teaching or mentoring duties, their main focus is advancing knowledge in their field through research activities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Research Faculty, and why are they important?

To thrive as Research Faculty, you need advanced subject matter expertise, a doctoral degree (such as a PhD), and a strong track record in academic research and publication. Mastery of data analysis software, research methodologies, and grant-writing systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills help distinguish outstanding researchers in academic environments. These skills are crucial for advancing knowledge in your field, securing funding, and fostering innovation through research and teaching.
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Infographic showing various Research Faculty job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,222 per year, or $22.2 per hour.
Research Faculty

Research Faculty

Children's National Health System

Washington, DC

Other

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Research Faculty hold a greater than > 0.50 FTE position at Children's National Hospital and must meet the requirements for a full Faculty appointment at the George Washington University, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, with the expectation for developing and conducting research and securing outside grant and contract fundings for scholarly research activities. The faculty member is responsible for generating and testing hypotheses related to a field of research by initiating, carrying out and managing research projects/programs supported by external, peer-reviewed sources. The individual may also be responsible for other job-specific academic and service activities, supervising and advising laboratory, graduate and post-doctoral staff and students, developing educational programs and teaching assignments and publishing in recognized, peer-reviewed journals, and/or presenting at conferences or symposiums. The research faculty member participates actively as a member of the Children's National Research Institute community: on administrative committees, search committees, strategic indicatives, and student advising.

Minimum Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) (Required) Or
Medical Doctor (M.D.) (Required) Or
Minimum Work Experience
2 years Progressive specialized experience in a field of research. (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Demonstrated potential to make unique contributions in their research field.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
Demonstrated ability to secure external funding, develop manuscripts and deliver presentations.
Functional Accountabilities
Responsible Conduct of Research

  • Consistently demonstrates adherence to the standards for the responsible conduct of research.
  • Plans, conducts and manages research projects within federal and institutional regulations and policies under the direction of the principal investigator.
  • Uses research funds and resources appropriately.
  • Maintains confidentiality of data as required.
  • Meets all annual job-related training and compliance requirements.

Commitment to Research

  • Plan and conducts original and /or assigned research of significant scientific value in the basic and/or translational science area(s) relevant to practice specialty.
  • Participates in reviewing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
  • Publishes in peer-reviewed, scientific, quality and management journals.
  • Submits applications for grants or contracts for funding of research projects.
  • Participates in research committees, workshops and special interest groups.
  • Collaborate with research teams, industry stakeholders and government agencies
  • Responsible for managing and supervising research staff and assisting post-graduate, graduate and undergraduate fellows and students in area of expertise.

Teaching

  • Participates in educational programs and teaching assignments.
  • Mentors graduate and post-doctoral students.
  • Supervises staff and students.
  • Teamwork/Communication
  • Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
  • Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
  • Safety

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