Research Assistant

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University is seeking a Research Assistant II/III/IV to support researchers in planning and carrying out projects that advance knowledge in veterinary science.

The role involves performing core laboratory techniques, assisting with experimental procedures, documenting and analyzing data, maintaining lab organization, and contributing to experimental design through lab meetings and discussions.

Qualifications

• Degree in content specific area of research.
• Experience in research practices and protocols.
• Level II requires Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience.
• Level III requires Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience.
• Level IV requires Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Core laboratory techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in content specific area of research

Job description

Overview

The College of Veterinary Medicine 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

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.


• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.


• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.


• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.


• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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Posted Date

9/15/2026