Research Associate I, II or III positions are available in the Department of Clinical Sciences, in the area(s) of animal health, infectious disease, cancer, orthopedics, and reproduction. These positions include interaction with the Principal Investigator as well as other research assistants. The individual will be part of a team of researchers completing a federally funded research project and will have a broad range of responsibilities. Specific positions available may be NEX (Non-Exempt/Eligible for compensatory/over time) or EX (Exempt from earning compensatory/over time). When matched with a position, you will be notified of NEX/EX status at time of interview.

This pool will close at 12:00 AM (MT) on 7/1/26. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Conditions of Employment:

Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires)

Essential Job Duties:

Essential job duties vary depending on the hiring laboratory and research program, but may include:

• Conducting laboratory, field, or computational research activities.
• Collecting, managing, and analyzing research data.
• Assisting with experimental design and protocol implementation.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment, materials, and documentation.
• Contributing to manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
• Collaborating with faculty, staff, graduate students, and other research personnel.

Specific duties will be defined at the time of hire by the supervising faculty member.

Supervision:

This position reports to a faculty member within the Department of Clinical Sciences. Day-to-day supervision and expectations are defined by the hiring laboratory.

Minimum Education:

Candidates with a bachelor’s degree, or an associate degree with 2 years of related professional experience, or a High School Diploma (or GED) and 4 years of related professional experience will be considered for employment at the Research Assistant I level.

Research Associate II and III candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or higher in the specified or related field and years of experience generally would not substitute for the degree.

Research Associate I (NEX): Applicants must have at least one of the following post-baccalaureates (or equivalent) experience level:

• B.A./B.S. in a related field.

• Associate degree in a related discipline plus 2 years of relevant, specialized training/experience.

• High School Diploma (or GED) plus 4 years of relevant, specialized training/experience.

• 1- 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and customer service.
• Exemplary organizational and time management skills.
• Successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by time of application; the Clinical Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.

Research Associate II (NEX or EX)
Applicants must have at least one of the following post-baccalaureates (or equivalent) experience level:

• B.A./B.S. in a related field.
• 3 or more years of relevant professional experience or a master’s degree with no experience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and customer service.
• Exemplary organizational and time management skills.
• Successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by time of application; the Clinical Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.

Research Associate III (EX)
Applicants must have at least one of the following post-baccalaureates (or equivalent) experience level:

• B.A./B.S. in a related field.
• 5 or more years of experience or a master’s degree with 2 years of experience. Individuals with a PhD who have no experience may also be appointed to this position if appropriate.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and customer service.
• Exemplary organizational and time management skills.
• The successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. by date of hire; the Clinical Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred qualifications vary by laboratory and may include:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.

• Experience with data analysis, scientific writing, or specialized research techniques relevant to the hiring lab.

Application Instructions:

This is an open pool posting. Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise, and qualified applicants may be contacted by individual faculty members if a suitable opportunity becomes available. This pool will expire on July 1, 2026. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.