Research Scientist

State University of New York at Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent public research university in New York seeks a Research Scientist to engage in investigation and examination tasks. The role demands a graduate degree in a related field, where you will evaluate theories and perform technical research activities while applying specialized knowledge. This position is a pooled posting and is filled on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a discipline related to the research area.
• Basic professional knowledge relevant to research tasks.
• Ability to apply theoretical concepts in practical settings.
• Practical experience gained through an internship or a year’s employment in a professional position.

Responsibilities

• Engage in various research activities.
• Evaluate current theories and principles.
• Perform technical tasks associated with the research.

Skills

Research activities

Theoretical application

Analytical skills

Education

Graduate degree in related field

Job description

As a Research Scientist, under the direction of a researcher in the largest comprehensive university-connected research foundation in the country, you are responsible for investigation and examination tasks within the predetermined research scope or methodology.

Tasks may include:

• Engage in research activities
• Evaluate theories and principles
• Perform technical tasks associated with research activity

Incumbents have the credentials of advanced training and experience and are engaged in research activities directed toward the investigation and evaluation of current field theories and principles. Your work will require the theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge. Incumbents receive general guidance on research objectives and project assignments with periodic review of results by a more senior scientist or the Principal Investigator.

This is a pooled posting, positions are filled on an as needed basis.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo .

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a graduate degree in area directly related to the field of study, discipline or specialty of home department
• Basic professional knowledge of the disciplinary field and the ability to relate this knowledge to various phenomena under study
• Requires the ability to apply the theory, concepts and principles in the field of study or discipline
• Practical experience gained through an internship or a year’s employment in a professional position

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Salary Range

Salary Range Competitive

Additional Salary Information

Additional Salary Information This is a pooled posting and is not for a specified position. Individuals selected for consideration will be provided a reasonable estimate of the possible compensation based on the role.

Work Hours

Hours to be determined based on individual assignment.

Campus

Campus As Assigned

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Is a background check required for this posting? Yes

Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

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Posting Dates

Posted

Posted 01/07/2025

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References

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Number of references required 3

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UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].