Entry Level Research Assistant Professor Jobs
New grad research assistant professor jobs open doors for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio of research projects or internship and teaching experience can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, with employers like Loyola University Chicago, City of Hope, and UC San Diego hiring at this level now.
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The divison of Cell and Gene Therapy, within the Center for Translational Neuromedicine, Department of Neurology at the University of Rochester invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor position whose interests are principally in research and who provides speical areas of expertise required for complex, collaborative research programs. This position will focus specifically on neuroimmunology, with expertise in macrophage, mircroglial and T cell biolology in the brain.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. and/ or M.D. As well as, relevant postdoctoral study.
Complete applications include: acurriculum vitae, a statement of research interests and plans, a statement of teaching qualifications and interests, and 1-2 letters of recommendation.
If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply to this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. For questions/concerns pertaining to the position, email Jadyn_Terwilliger@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
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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 divison of Cell and Gene Therapy, within the Center for Translational Neuromedicine, Department of Neurology at the University of Rochester invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor position whose interests are principally in research and who provides speical areas of expertise required for complex, collaborative research programs. This position will focus specifically on neuroimmunology, with expertise in macrophage, mircroglial and T cell biolology in the brain.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. and/ or M.D. As well as, relevant postdoctoral study.
Complete applications include: acurriculum vitae, a statement of research interests and plans, a statement of teaching qualifications and interests, and 1-2 letters of recommendation.
If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply to this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. For questions/concerns pertaining to the position, email Jadyn_Terwilliger@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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Entry Level Research Assistant Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level research assistant professor job?
Hiring committees at this level look for candidates with a relevant advanced degree in progress or recently completed, a demonstrated research focus, and at least some teaching or mentorship experience from graduate work. Strong writing samples, a clear dissertation topic or research agenda, and faculty references carry significant weight. Applying to postdoctoral fellowship programs or visiting instructor roles first can also build the credentials that entry level academic hiring committees want to see.
Which companies hire entry level research assistant professors?
Companies hiring entry level research assistant professors right now include Loyola University Chicago, City of Hope, and UC San Diego, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring typically comes from research universities, liberal arts colleges, medical schools, and private research institutes that are actively expanding their departments or filling newly funded positions.
Are there remote entry level research assistant professor jobs?
Yes, though most academic research roles involve some on-campus presence for lab work, teaching, and collaboration. About 0% of entry level research assistant professor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in fields where research and instruction can be conducted online, such as data science, public health, or certain social sciences.
Are these new grad research assistant professor jobs?
Yes, many of the roles listed here are new grad and junior positions that welcome recent graduates and candidates just completing a doctoral program. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it accepts zero to two years of post-degree experience, counts graduate teaching assistantships or postdoctoral work, and does not require an established publication record beyond what a recent graduate would have built during their studies.
Which industries hire the most entry level research assistant professors?
Entry Level research assistant professor roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, 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 federally funded research programs, active grant pipelines, and growing enrollment that creates a sustained need for early-career faculty who can both teach and contribute to active research projects.