Research Assistant

Salary Range: USD $37,830.00/Yr. - USD $73,620.00/Yr.

Locations: Auburn University, AL

Categories: Research

Job Type: Non-Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Anatomy Physiol & Pharmacol

Associated Division: College of Veterinary Medicine

Req ID: 10395

Overview

The College of Veterinary Medicine (https://www.vetmed.auburn.edu/) seeks a Research Assistant II/III/IV . This position assists researchers in planning, maintaining or completing research programs and/or projects involved in the discovery of new knowledge, techniques, and concepts which require fundamental scientific/research knowledge, skills and abilities following relevant policies, procedures, regulations and laws.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include the following:

• Performing core laboratory techniques

• Assisting with experimental procedures

• Generating, documenting, and analyzing experimental data with strong attention to detail

• Maintaining laboratory organization, inventory, and ensuring compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements

• Contribute intellectually to experimental design and interpretation and participate actively in lab meetings and scientific discussions

Qualifications

Focus of Education:

• Degree in content specific area of research

Scope of Expereince:

• Experience in research practices and protocols

Level II:

• Bachelor's degree

• 2 years of experience

Leverl III:

• Bachelor's degree

• 4 years of experience

Level IV:

• Bachelor's degree

• 6 years of experience

Substitution allowed for Experience:

When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Job related licensure may be required for specific positions upon hire.

Contract Type

Continuing

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Posted Date

9/15/2026