Mid Level Postdoctoral Research Associate Jobs
Mid level postdoctoral research associate jobs go to researchers ready to own independent projects, mentor newer colleagues, and drive experimental decisions with limited day-to-day oversight. Roles run across Education and Science & Research, with most positions on-site or hybrid, and employers like Binaytara, Drexel University, and RTI International hiring at this level now.
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Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a comprehensive, global, R1-level research institution with a unique model of experiential learning that combines academic rigor with one of the nation's premier cooperative education programs. Drexel was founded in 1891 to provide educational opportunities for people of all backgrounds. Today, we continue to prepare graduates of diverse backgrounds to become purpose-driven professionals and agents for positive change.
Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world-class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award-winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non-certification programs. Drexel also participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. For more information on our extensive benefit offerings, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure.
Job no: 507050 Work type: Full-Time Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA Categories: Drexel University, College of Computing and Informatics, College of Engineering Job Summary The Electrochemical Dynamics Lab (Principal Investigator: Dr. Wesley Chang) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, who will design and implement an independent research project while collaborating with and mentoring graduate students. An ideal candidate is interested in electrochemical technologies but also has experience setting up an optics table and working with lasers. The project involves designing and building a unique characterization platform for electrolyzers This position is grant-funded; employment is contingent upon the continued availability of those funds. Essential Functions Design and build unique characterization platform to track gas bubbles in electrolyzers. Mentor graduate students, write technical papers, actively participate in weekly meetings, help write proposals. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Minimum of a PhD or Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or related field or the equivalent combination of education and work experience (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information). Minimum of 5 years of experience. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience with electrolyzers, gas diffusion electrodes, and infrared lasers Physical Demands Typically sitting at a desk/table Typically standing, walking Location University City - Philadelphia, PA Additional Information This position is classified as Exempt, grade K. Compensation for this grade ranges from $60,240.00 - $90,350.00 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review. Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure. Special Instructions to the Applicant Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application. A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified. Advertised: Jul 29 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Aug 29 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
About Drexel University
Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a comprehensive, global, R1-level research institution with a unique model of experiential learning that combines academic rigor with one of the nation's premier cooperative education programs. Drexel was founded in 1891 to provide educational opportunities for people of all backgrounds. Today, we continue to prepare graduates of diverse backgrounds to become purpose-driven professionals and agents for positive change.
Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world-class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award-winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non-certification programs. Drexel also participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. For more information on our extensive benefit offerings, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure.
Job no: 507050 Work type: Full-Time Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA Categories: Drexel University, College of Computing and Informatics, College of Engineering Job Summary The Electrochemical Dynamics Lab (Principal Investigator: Dr. Wesley Chang) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, who will design and implement an independent research project while collaborating with and mentoring graduate students. An ideal candidate is interested in electrochemical technologies but also has experience setting up an optics table and working with lasers. The project involves designing and building a unique characterization platform for electrolyzers This position is grant-funded; employment is contingent upon the continued availability of those funds. Essential Functions Design and build unique characterization platform to track gas bubbles in electrolyzers. Mentor graduate students, write technical papers, actively participate in weekly meetings, help write proposals. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Minimum of a PhD or Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or related field or the equivalent combination of education and work experience (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information). Minimum of 5 years of experience. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience with electrolyzers, gas diffusion electrodes, and infrared lasers Physical Demands Typically sitting at a desk/table Typically standing, walking Location University City - Philadelphia, PA Additional Information This position is classified as Exempt, grade K. Compensation for this grade ranges from $60,240.00 - $90,350.00 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review. Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure. Special Instructions to the Applicant Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application. A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified. Advertised: Jul 29 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Aug 29 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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How do I get a mid level postdoctoral research associate job?
Position yourself around research you have led independently, not just contributed to. Highlight published work, grant involvement, and any mentoring of junior researchers or graduate students. Tailor your application materials to show you can manage a project from design through publication with minimal supervision. Committees at this level want evidence of intellectual initiative and methodological depth, so lead with specific outcomes.
Which companies hire mid level postdoctoral research associates?
Companies hiring mid level postdoctoral research associates right now include Binaytara, Drexel University, and RTI International, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from research universities, academic medical centers, government laboratories, and life sciences companies with active R&D pipelines.
Are there remote mid level postdoctoral research associate jobs?
Yes, though most postdoctoral research associate roles require on-site or hybrid presence due to lab-based work. About 0% of mid level postdoctoral research associate openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to sit in computational biology, data science research, or policy-focused research roles where bench work is not required.
How do I move up to a mid level postdoctoral research associate role?
Progression from entry level to mid level comes from consistently taking on more autonomous work over your first few years. Researchers who advance earn it by independently designing experiments, seeing projects through to publication, and building a record of measurable scientific contributions. Adding grant writing experience, presenting at conferences, and informally mentoring newer lab members signals readiness for the expanded ownership that mid level roles expect.
Which industries hire the most mid level postdoctoral research associates?
Mid Level postdoctoral research associate roles concentrate in Education and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they maintain active investigator-led research programs that depend on experienced postdocs to execute and advance core scientific work.