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UAB NOVA RENT

RESEARCHER SENIOR

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$60K/yr

... with faculty, trainees, and multidisciplinary research teams to advance ongoing research ... Develops and implements research methodologies, experimental protocols, and study designs. Provides ...

UAB

RESEARCHER SENIOR

Tampa, FL

$60K/yr

... with faculty, trainees, and multidisciplinary research teams to advance ongoing research ... Develops and implements research methodologies, experimental protocols, and study designs. Provides ...

Boston College

Research Technician

Chestnut Hill, MA · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Research Technician Department: Biology, Gubbels Lab Job Type: On-Site | Full-Time (35/hrs per week ... Partner with academic trainee(s) and external collaborators to design and execute experiments

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee experimental research in the United States is $90,032.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectTrainee Experimental ResearchResearch Assistant
QualificationsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in a related field; some positions may prefer or require a master'sUsually holds a bachelor's degree; some roles may require additional coursework or experience
Work EnvironmentLaboratory or research settings, often under supervision, focusing on learning and assisting with experimentsLaboratory, field, or office environments, supporting research projects, data collection, and analysis
Job FocusLearning research methods, assisting with experiments, gaining practical experienceSupporting research activities, data management, and preliminary analysis

While both roles involve supporting research activities, Trainee Experimental Research positions are more focused on gaining hands-on experience and learning research techniques, often for those early in their careers. Research Assistants typically have more independent responsibilities in supporting ongoing research projects.

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Assistant Researcher

University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

University Of Kansas rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

126th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description

30% - Experimental Research activities
  • Perform molecular and cellular biology experiments, including Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and cell culture.
  • Organize and analyze basic experimental results.
30% - Laboratory Operations and Maintenance
  • Maintain mammalian cell cultures using sterile technique.
  • Prepare reagents, buffers, media, and experimental samples.
  • Maintain accurate laboratory records and experimental documentation.
20% - Data Collection and Documentation
  • Assist with imaging, sample processing, and data collection.
  • Implementing R-coding of multiomic data
  • Visualization and graphing key results
15% - Research Collaboration and Support
  • Support general laboratory maintenance, including inventory, ordering, equipment upkeep, and compliance with institutional safety procedures.
  • Work collaboratively with faculty, trainees, and other research staff.
5% - Other duties as assigned,The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology is seeking a motivated Assistant Researcher to support ongoing laboratory studies in molecular and cellular mechanisms relevant to neurodegenerative disease. The successful candidate will assist with experimental work involving cell-based assays, protein analysis, tissue staining, data organization, and general laboratory operations.
The Assistant Researcher will work as part of a collaborative academic research laboratory focused on molecular biology, cellular physiology, and disease-related mechanisms. Responsibilities will include performing standard laboratory assays, maintaining cell cultures, preparing samples, documenting experimental results, and supporting day-to-day research activities under the direction of the principal investigator and senior laboratory staff.

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