Mid Level Research Assistant Jobs
Mid level research assistant jobs go to professionals ready to own research projects end to end, guide junior staff, and contribute findings that directly shape decisions. Openings lean 8% remote or hybrid, concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and include employers like Scripps Research, Ionis Pharmaceuticals, and Retina Consultants of Texas hiring at this level now.
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Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.
Job Description
Research Study Assistant III - Henry Ford Health
Job Title
Research Study Assistant III
About the Department
Join Henry Ford Medical Group, one of Michigan's largest physician organizations, dedicated to delivering coordinated care across primary and specialty practices throughout the region. Our team thrives on collaborative teamwork, access to leading clinical resources, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients and communities. Be part of a group that is committed to excellence in healthcare and making a meaningful impact every day.
Role Overview
As a Research Study Assistant III, you will play a crucial role in carrying out research projects within regulatory compliance guidelines. You will interact with internal and external stakeholders, support study participants, and ensure compliance with protocol requirements. Your work will directly contribute to the success of low-to-moderate complexity research projects, making a significant impact on healthcare advancements.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
- Interact with internal and external customers at all levels to support research projects.
- Complete day-to-day operational tasks for assigned studies, ensuring smooth execution.
- Engage directly with potential and enrolled study participants to facilitate their involvement.
- Analyze protocol-specific requirements and implement measures to ensure stakeholder compliance.
- Coordinate low-to-moderate complexity research projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
Qualifications
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent with six (6) years of work experience, including a minimum of four (4) years in research and/or healthcare.
- OR Bachelor's degree in a scientific field, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with regulatory compliance in research settings.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Additional Information
What We Offer
Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and engage in mission-driven work that makes a difference. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, empowering you to reach your full potential in a supportive and innovative environment.
Join Our Team
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a team that's transforming healthcare!
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.
Job Description
Research Study Assistant III - Henry Ford Health
Job Title
Research Study Assistant III
About the Department
Join Henry Ford Medical Group, one of Michigan's largest physician organizations, dedicated to delivering coordinated care across primary and specialty practices throughout the region. Our team thrives on collaborative teamwork, access to leading clinical resources, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients and communities. Be part of a group that is committed to excellence in healthcare and making a meaningful impact every day.
Role Overview
As a Research Study Assistant III, you will play a crucial role in carrying out research projects within regulatory compliance guidelines. You will interact with internal and external stakeholders, support study participants, and ensure compliance with protocol requirements. Your work will directly contribute to the success of low-to-moderate complexity research projects, making a significant impact on healthcare advancements.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
- Interact with internal and external customers at all levels to support research projects.
- Complete day-to-day operational tasks for assigned studies, ensuring smooth execution.
- Engage directly with potential and enrolled study participants to facilitate their involvement.
- Analyze protocol-specific requirements and implement measures to ensure stakeholder compliance.
- Coordinate low-to-moderate complexity research projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
Qualifications
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent with six (6) years of work experience, including a minimum of four (4) years in research and/or healthcare.
- OR Bachelor's degree in a scientific field, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with regulatory compliance in research settings.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Additional Information
What We Offer
Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and engage in mission-driven work that makes a difference. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, empowering you to reach your full potential in a supportive and innovative environment.
Join Our Team
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a team that's transforming healthcare!
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Mid Level Research Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level research assistant job?
Position yourself around the depth and ownership you have already demonstrated: highlight studies or projects you managed independently, methodologies you selected, and outputs that influenced real decisions. Tailor your resume to show progression beyond task execution into analytical responsibility. Applications that lead with concrete deliverables and clear scope of contribution perform strongest at this level.
Which companies hire mid level research assistants?
Companies hiring mid level research assistants right now include Scripps Research, Ionis Pharmaceuticals, and Retina Consultants of Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from research-intensive organizations, including academic medical centers, policy institutes, technology firms, and life sciences companies that maintain dedicated research functions.
Are there remote mid level research assistant jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are common at this experience level. About 8% of mid level research assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how many research workflows, including data analysis and literature review, translate well to distributed settings. On-site roles tend to concentrate in lab-based or clinical environments.
How do I move up to a mid level research assistant role?
Growing into a mid level research assistant role means building from task execution toward genuine project ownership. That means deepening proficiency in research methods, statistical tools, or domain knowledge specific to your field, taking on studies with less direct supervision, and accumulating a body of work with measurable outputs. Mentoring newer colleagues and contributing to study design are also signals that distinguish mid level candidates from early-career applicants.
Which industries hire the most mid level research assistants?
Mid Level research assistant roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on structured, ongoing research programs that require professionals capable of managing data, advancing projects, and contributing analysis with meaningful independence.