Entry Level Project Researcher Jobs

New grad project researcher jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site, remote, and hybrid roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with employers like Medpace, University of Alabama, and Penn State University hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles29
Top stateOhio
Top employerMedpace
Top cityCincinnati, OH
Work type67% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Research Assistant - Animated Film Project Crowdfunding Support
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Research Assistant - Animated Film Project Crowdfunding Support
The New School
New York State
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$31.37/hr
501-1,000

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Research Technician for Tutakoke River Eider Project,
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Research Technician for Tutakoke River Eider Project,
Colorado State University
Chevak, Alaska
Healthcare Administration
Maintenance & Repair
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$20 - $20/hr
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Research Project Assistant (International Health)
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Research Project Assistant (International Health)
Johns Hopkins University
Chinle, Arizona
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Data Science
Research & Academia
$15 - $23/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Research Project Manager
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Research Project Manager
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
Research & Academia
$64k - $93k/yr
Master's degree

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IT Project Scientist I - Research Data Navigation
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IT Project Scientist I - Research Data Navigation
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Research & Academia
Master's degree
10,000+

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Entry Level Project Researcher Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Medpace13
  • University of Alabama6
  • Penn State University2
  • Johns Hopkins University2
  • WVU Medicine1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services16
  • Education13
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals7

Entry Level Project Researcher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level project researcher job?

Entry level project researcher roles reward candidates who can demonstrate research methods, data organization, and clear written communication. Employers at this stage look for coursework in research design, internship or volunteer experience gathering and analyzing information, and a portfolio of sample reports or findings. Highlighting tools like Excel, survey platforms, or qualitative coding software gives junior candidates a concrete edge over those who list skills without proof.

Which companies hire entry level project researchers?

Companies hiring entry level project researchers right now include Medpace, University of Alabama, and Penn State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from research firms, consulting agencies, nonprofits, and larger organizations with dedicated research or analytics teams that build junior talent from the ground up.

Are there remote entry level project researcher jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 33% of entry level project researcher openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the document-heavy and digital nature of research work. New grads targeting flexible arrangements should filter for those options and confirm expectations around collaboration tools and reporting cadences during the interview process.

Are these new grad project researcher jobs?

Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior project researcher roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic research as qualifying background, and treats a strong portfolio or capstone project as a substitute for full-time work history. Look for language like "entry level," "no experience required," or "recent graduates encouraged to apply" as reliable signals.

Which industries hire the most entry level project researchers?

Entry Level project researcher roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on continuous data collection, literature reviews, and structured analysis that junior researchers can contribute to quickly with the right foundational training.