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Senior level research assistant jobs place experienced professionals in charge of research design, methodological decisions, and the teams or projects that carry studies from concept to publication. Openings cover 25% remote and hybrid settings across Education, Science & Research, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Scripps Research, Boston University, and Indiana University hiring at this level now.
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The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and Golisano Children’s Hospital, in Rochester, NY, seeks a Surgical Pathologist (Surgical Pathology or GI).
The Surgical Pathologist will provide diagnostic expertise and clinical support in the evaluation of surgical specimens, perform microscopic examination and diagnosis of surgical pathology specimens, provide intraoperative consultations (frozen sections) as needed, collaborate with clinicians and other healthcare professionals to guide patient management, participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives within the department, engage in teaching activities for medical students, residents and fellows, and maintain compliance with institutional policies, state and federal regulations. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate diagnoses and optimal patient care. The pathologist will contribute to academic activities, including teaching and research, in alignment with the mission of the University of Rochester Medical Center.
The Anatomic Pathology Division provides a wide range of services, accessioning over 100,000 cases per year and approximately 220 autopsies. More than 35 anatomic pathologists participate in a fully subspecialized sign-out model.
Teaching opportunities are ample: There are 20 residents in our ACGME-accredited residency and 10 subspecialties fellows. Infrastructure exists to create the only ACGME pediatric pathology fellowship in New York state. The department houses URMC’s largest PhD training program.
The University of Rochester offers a robust benefits package, including generous 403b contributions, deferred compensation (457(b)) plan and a tuition benefit for employees and their children. It also is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples. In alignment with UR Medical Faculty Group, the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine offers additional incentive compensation in excess of base salary.
Candidates must have completed medical school having an MD, MD-PhD, or equivalent as well as Board certification in Anatomic Pathology (or combined Anatomic and Clinical Pathology). Fellowship training in surgical pathology or subspecialty area (preferred).
If you already have an interfolio account, please sign in and apply. For questions/concerns pertaining to the position, email Amanda Herman at amanda_herman@urmc.rochester.edu
The referenced pay range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.
EOE, including disability/protected veterans
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and Golisano Children’s Hospital, in Rochester, NY, seeks a Surgical Pathologist (Surgical Pathology or GI).
The Surgical Pathologist will provide diagnostic expertise and clinical support in the evaluation of surgical specimens, perform microscopic examination and diagnosis of surgical pathology specimens, provide intraoperative consultations (frozen sections) as needed, collaborate with clinicians and other healthcare professionals to guide patient management, participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives within the department, engage in teaching activities for medical students, residents and fellows, and maintain compliance with institutional policies, state and federal regulations. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate diagnoses and optimal patient care. The pathologist will contribute to academic activities, including teaching and research, in alignment with the mission of the University of Rochester Medical Center.
The Anatomic Pathology Division provides a wide range of services, accessioning over 100,000 cases per year and approximately 220 autopsies. More than 35 anatomic pathologists participate in a fully subspecialized sign-out model.
Teaching opportunities are ample: There are 20 residents in our ACGME-accredited residency and 10 subspecialties fellows. Infrastructure exists to create the only ACGME pediatric pathology fellowship in New York state. The department houses URMC’s largest PhD training program.
The University of Rochester offers a robust benefits package, including generous 403b contributions, deferred compensation (457(b)) plan and a tuition benefit for employees and their children. It also is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples. In alignment with UR Medical Faculty Group, the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine offers additional incentive compensation in excess of base salary.
Candidates must have completed medical school having an MD, MD-PhD, or equivalent as well as Board certification in Anatomic Pathology (or combined Anatomic and Clinical Pathology). Fellowship training in surgical pathology or subspecialty area (preferred).
If you already have an interfolio account, please sign in and apply. For questions/concerns pertaining to the position, email Amanda Herman at amanda_herman@urmc.rochester.edu
The referenced pay range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.
EOE, including disability/protected veterans
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Senior Level Research Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level research assistant job?
Employers hiring at this level want candidates who have independently led studies, managed research timelines, and mentored junior staff. Tailor your application to highlight methodological expertise, publications or deliverables you owned end to end, and any supervisory experience. A portfolio of completed projects with measurable outcomes carries more weight than credentials alone at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level research assistants?
Companies hiring senior level research assistants right now include Scripps Research, Boston University, and Indiana University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from research-intensive organizations such as academic medical centers, national laboratories, consulting firms, and large life sciences companies that run ongoing study programs requiring experienced oversight.
Are there remote senior level research assistant jobs?
Yes, though availability depends on the research type and data-access requirements. About 25% of senior level research assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote options more common in roles focused on data analysis, literature synthesis, and writing rather than hands-on lab or clinical work.
What makes a research assistant role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by ownership and scope. Rather than executing tasks assigned by others, a senior research assistant designs protocols, sets quality standards, interprets findings independently, and guides less experienced team members. The role typically involves direct accountability for project deliverables, cross-functional coordination, and contributing to grant writing or study documentation at a lead level.
Which industries hire the most senior level research assistants?
Senior Level research assistant roles concentrate in Education, Science & Research, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they run complex, multi-phase studies that require experienced researchers who can manage methodology, data integrity, and team coordination without close supervision.