Entry Level Psychology Associate Jobs
New grad psychology associate jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a practicum placement can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education and Science & Research, with employers like University of Kentucky, University of Miami, and University Of Washington hiring at this level now.
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The University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences, has an exciting opportunity for a full time Research Associate 1 to work in Miami, FL.
The Research Associate 1 supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. Moreover, the incumbent operates with the goal of advancing his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research.
Core responsibilities:
- Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
- Participates in the publication of significant results.
- Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
- Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
- Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
- Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.
- Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
- Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.
- Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department Specific Functions:
The goal of the project is to develop a culturally and linguistically adapted sleep intervention for Hispanic couples coping with cancer. The Research Associate 1 will be responsible for project coordination, including the recruitment and retention of study participants, and collecting all study data and management across three phases of the project.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Core Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
- No previous experience required
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida.
With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.
We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
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If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet .
The University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences, has an exciting opportunity for a full time Research Associate 1 to work in Miami, FL.
The Research Associate 1 supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. Moreover, the incumbent operates with the goal of advancing his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research.
Core responsibilities:
- Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
- Participates in the publication of significant results.
- Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
- Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
- Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
- Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.
- Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
- Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.
- Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department Specific Functions:
The goal of the project is to develop a culturally and linguistically adapted sleep intervention for Hispanic couples coping with cancer. The Research Associate 1 will be responsible for project coordination, including the recruitment and retention of study participants, and collecting all study data and management across three phases of the project.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Core Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
- No previous experience required
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida.
With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.
We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
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Entry Level Psychology Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level psychology associate job?
Start by highlighting any supervised clinical hours, practicum placements, or research assistantships from your degree program. Employers at this level look for candidates who can document direct client contact, demonstrate familiarity with assessment tools, and show comfort working under licensed supervision. A focused resume that ties your coursework to the specific population a role serves gives you a real edge over generic applicants.
Which companies hire entry level psychology associates?
Companies hiring entry level psychology associates right now include University of Kentucky, University of Miami, and University Of Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from community mental health centers, behavioral health clinics, hospital systems, and human services nonprofits that build teams around supervised, pre-licensure staff.
Are there remote entry level psychology associate jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles still favor in-person or hybrid settings given the supervised clinical requirements. About 0% of entry level psychology associate openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with telehealth platforms and behavioral health groups accounting for the largest share of those flexible postings.
Are these new grad psychology associate jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior psychology associate roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or supervised practicum hours toward its requirements, or lists a portfolio of clinical work as an acceptable substitute for full professional experience.
Which industries hire the most entry level psychology associates?
Entry Level psychology associate roles concentrate in Education and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on pre-licensure associates to deliver direct services under supervision, keeping caseloads moving while supporting staff work toward full licensure.