Mid Level Postdoctoral Associate Jobs
Mid level postdoctoral associate jobs go to researchers ready to own independent projects, guide junior lab members, and advance original lines of inquiry with limited day-to-day supervision. Openings are concentrated across Education and Science & Research, with employers like Brookhaven National Laboratory, Rutgers University, and University of Arizona hiring at this level now.
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Research Associate - Postdoctoral Educational Specialist
GENERAL DUTIES
Conducts academic research in connection with CUNY programs; may assist faculty, staff, and students in conducting research and lead research efforts involving others.
Develops research plans and proposals and participates in acquiring funding
Collects, analyzes, and assures validity of data
Writes progress reports; writes and publishes findings
Collaborates with internal and external colleagues
Adheres to standards for safety and hygiene and ethical conduct as defined by the University and relevant outside parties
CONTRACT TITLE
Research Associate
FLSA
Exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
The CUNY Dominican Studies Institute was founded in 1992 at The City College of New York. It is the nation’s first university- based research institute dedicated to the study of the Dominican people, particularly those who have made the United States their home. In addition to producing rigorous and impactful scholarship, working with younger generations at all levels, including undergraduate and school students, has long been a central priority and an essential component of the Institute’s mission.
A defining hallmark of the Institute is its unique ability to integrate participants across these diverse educational levels into its research projects, creating a dynamic, intergenerational model of learning that transcends age and academic stage. In 2025, these programs served close to 800 students, including 20 participants from across the United States in the Summer Research Internship.
While these initiatives have grown into a robust educational pipeline, serving multiple stages of the academic journey in a structured sequence and representing the only program of its kind in the nation focused on Dominican Studies, the Institute seeks a candidate who can support the continued research, assessment, and development of its educational programs and initiatives.
The successful candidate must possess a unique professional and academic profile that combines theoretical knowledge on educational pedagogy with practical application. The preferred candidate should possess experience working within K-12 public school system, including collaborating with teachers and administrators, as well as a Ph.D. in Education or a closely related field.
Duties of the proposed position:
- Support the development and assessment of initiatives that brings together all of CUNY DSI’s educational programs, including contributing to program planning and evaluation activities
- Track and document program outcomes and impact;
- Conduct research and assessment related to recruitment, retention, and participation in educational programs;
- Collaborate with educational programs and institutions that may provide practical experience to our students;
- Assist with identifying and supporting grant opportunities aligned with the Institute’s educational and research mission;
- Analyze, and evaluate program data to:
a) inform research and programmatic decision-making,
b) support the preparation of grant proposals,
c) make presentations in academic conferences, and
d) prepare publications both in lay language for the consumption of the general public and peer reviewed articles for the scholarly community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Doctoral Degree in a related field and demonstrated research ability.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Qualifications:
Five (5) years of experience working with K-12 public school systems or educational setting.
Demonstrated research experience related to educational pedagogy, student engagement, education access, or community based educational initiatives.
Strong Analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
Experience preparing research reports, conference presentations, or scholarly publications.
COMPENSATION
Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
BENEFITS
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are viewing this job posting in CUNYFirst, please click on "Apply Now" on the bottom of this page and follow the instructions.
If you are viewing this job posting externally, please apply as follows:
Go to www.cuny.edu and click on "Employment"
Click "Search job listings"
Click on "More options to search for CUNY jobs"
Search for Job Opening ID number: 32346
Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions.
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU MUST UPLOAD A COVER LETTER AND RESUME AS ONE DOCUMENT IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING FORMATS: doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format.
CLOSING DATE
July 10, 2026
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 32346
Location: City College of New York
Job Type: Full-Time
Research Associate - Postdoctoral Educational Specialist
GENERAL DUTIES
Conducts academic research in connection with CUNY programs; may assist faculty, staff, and students in conducting research and lead research efforts involving others.
Develops research plans and proposals and participates in acquiring funding
Collects, analyzes, and assures validity of data
Writes progress reports; writes and publishes findings
Collaborates with internal and external colleagues
Adheres to standards for safety and hygiene and ethical conduct as defined by the University and relevant outside parties
CONTRACT TITLE
Research Associate
FLSA
Exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
The CUNY Dominican Studies Institute was founded in 1992 at The City College of New York. It is the nation’s first university- based research institute dedicated to the study of the Dominican people, particularly those who have made the United States their home. In addition to producing rigorous and impactful scholarship, working with younger generations at all levels, including undergraduate and school students, has long been a central priority and an essential component of the Institute’s mission.
A defining hallmark of the Institute is its unique ability to integrate participants across these diverse educational levels into its research projects, creating a dynamic, intergenerational model of learning that transcends age and academic stage. In 2025, these programs served close to 800 students, including 20 participants from across the United States in the Summer Research Internship.
While these initiatives have grown into a robust educational pipeline, serving multiple stages of the academic journey in a structured sequence and representing the only program of its kind in the nation focused on Dominican Studies, the Institute seeks a candidate who can support the continued research, assessment, and development of its educational programs and initiatives.
The successful candidate must possess a unique professional and academic profile that combines theoretical knowledge on educational pedagogy with practical application. The preferred candidate should possess experience working within K-12 public school system, including collaborating with teachers and administrators, as well as a Ph.D. in Education or a closely related field.
Duties of the proposed position:
- Support the development and assessment of initiatives that brings together all of CUNY DSI’s educational programs, including contributing to program planning and evaluation activities
- Track and document program outcomes and impact;
- Conduct research and assessment related to recruitment, retention, and participation in educational programs;
- Collaborate with educational programs and institutions that may provide practical experience to our students;
- Assist with identifying and supporting grant opportunities aligned with the Institute’s educational and research mission;
- Analyze, and evaluate program data to:
a) inform research and programmatic decision-making,
b) support the preparation of grant proposals,
c) make presentations in academic conferences, and
d) prepare publications both in lay language for the consumption of the general public and peer reviewed articles for the scholarly community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Doctoral Degree in a related field and demonstrated research ability.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Qualifications:
Five (5) years of experience working with K-12 public school systems or educational setting.
Demonstrated research experience related to educational pedagogy, student engagement, education access, or community based educational initiatives.
Strong Analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
Experience preparing research reports, conference presentations, or scholarly publications.
COMPENSATION
Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
BENEFITS
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are viewing this job posting in CUNYFirst, please click on "Apply Now" on the bottom of this page and follow the instructions.
If you are viewing this job posting externally, please apply as follows:
Go to www.cuny.edu and click on "Employment"
Click "Search job listings"
Click on "More options to search for CUNY jobs"
Search for Job Opening ID number: 32346
Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions.
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU MUST UPLOAD A COVER LETTER AND RESUME AS ONE DOCUMENT IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING FORMATS: doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format.
CLOSING DATE
July 10, 2026
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 32346
Location: City College of New York
Job Type: Full-Time
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Mid Level Postdoctoral Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level postdoctoral associate job?
Position yourself by highlighting independent contributions: experiments or studies you designed without close supervision, publications where you hold first or co-first authorship, and any mentoring of graduate students or research assistants. Tailor your cover letter and CV to show you can drive a research agenda rather than simply execute tasks assigned by a principal investigator. Demonstrated output, not just participation, is what distinguishes a competitive mid level candidate.
Which companies hire mid level postdoctoral associates?
Companies hiring mid level postdoctoral associates right now include Brookhaven National Laboratory, Rutgers University, and University of Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers research universities, academic medical centers, national laboratories, and life sciences companies with active R&D pipelines.
Are there remote mid level postdoctoral associate jobs?
Yes, though lab-based disciplines limit fully remote options. About 0% of mid level postdoctoral associate openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with computational biology, bioinformatics, data science research, and social science fields offering the highest share of location-flexible positions. Wet-lab and clinical research roles remain predominantly on-site.
How do I move up to a mid level postdoctoral associate role?
The progression from entry level to mid level centers on building ownership and output over your first few years. That means transitioning from executing a supervisor's protocol to designing your own experiments, developing a clear research focus you can articulate independently, accumulating peer-reviewed publications, and taking on informal leadership by guiding newer lab members. Consistent, measurable contributions to a project's forward progress signal readiness for a mid level designation.
Which industries hire the most mid level postdoctoral associates?
Mid Level postdoctoral associate roles concentrate in Education and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they fund ongoing basic and applied research programs that require experienced postdoctoral scientists capable of advancing projects independently.