Mid Level Research Assistant Professor Jobs
Mid level research assistant professor jobs go to academics ready to lead independent research lines, mentor graduate students, and contribute substantially to grant writing and publication output with limited faculty oversight. Openings cover on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Morgan State University, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, and Tulane University hiring at this level now.
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- 496348
- Full-Time
- Hobby School of Public Affairs
Description:
Appointment to this position requires a PhD in Economics, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field. The successful candidate should have at least three years of research experience and a commensurate publication record, as well as a minimum of three years of teaching experience.
Salary is commensurate with experience and rank. The initial term is one academic year and may be renewable after initial term.
Preferred qualifications include at least five years of research experience with a strong publication record; demonstrated expertise in economic and policy analysis; and experience conducting research using surveys and administrative data sources. The successful candidate will be considered to lead the SPACE City Panel, a multi-year longitudinal survey project housed at the Center for Public Policy. Primary responsibilities include panel development and growth, fundraising, production of research reports and peer-reviewed publications, and management of the panel’s public profile through media engagement and stakeholder communications.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong record of partnerships and collaborations with government agencies, community organizations, and academic researchers, as well as experience securing external funding for research through grants and contracts. Experience with survey research, quantitative methods, statistical analysis and visualization, and interdisciplinary public policy research is highly valued.
In the selection process, the search committee will prioritize scholars with cross-cutting disciplinary and methodological interests who produce and publish nationally recognized, interdisciplinary work on significant public policy issues. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to effectively manage multiple projects, work collaboratively with faculty and external partners, and contribute to the research mission of the Hobby School and the Center for Public Policy.
The Research Professor will support a variety of projects and research activities of the Hobby School and the Center for Public Policy, assist with and participate in Hobby School events, and pursue grants, awards, and other sources of funding to support research, academic programming, student success, community engagement, and public impact.
During the academic year, the Research Professor will teach one or two courses, which will be paid as overloads.
Applicants should submit the following materials:
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Research Statement
- One Writing Sample
- Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact information of three references for letters of recommendation
To apply, please visit http://jobs.uh.edu/. Information about the Hobby School of Public Affairs and the Center for Public Policy can be found at https://www.uh.edu/hobby and https://www.uh.edu/cpp. For additional information about the search, please contact Pablo M. Pinto at ppinto@central.uh.edu.
Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
- 496348
- Full-Time
- Hobby School of Public Affairs
Description:
Appointment to this position requires a PhD in Economics, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field. The successful candidate should have at least three years of research experience and a commensurate publication record, as well as a minimum of three years of teaching experience.
Salary is commensurate with experience and rank. The initial term is one academic year and may be renewable after initial term.
Preferred qualifications include at least five years of research experience with a strong publication record; demonstrated expertise in economic and policy analysis; and experience conducting research using surveys and administrative data sources. The successful candidate will be considered to lead the SPACE City Panel, a multi-year longitudinal survey project housed at the Center for Public Policy. Primary responsibilities include panel development and growth, fundraising, production of research reports and peer-reviewed publications, and management of the panel’s public profile through media engagement and stakeholder communications.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong record of partnerships and collaborations with government agencies, community organizations, and academic researchers, as well as experience securing external funding for research through grants and contracts. Experience with survey research, quantitative methods, statistical analysis and visualization, and interdisciplinary public policy research is highly valued.
In the selection process, the search committee will prioritize scholars with cross-cutting disciplinary and methodological interests who produce and publish nationally recognized, interdisciplinary work on significant public policy issues. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to effectively manage multiple projects, work collaboratively with faculty and external partners, and contribute to the research mission of the Hobby School and the Center for Public Policy.
The Research Professor will support a variety of projects and research activities of the Hobby School and the Center for Public Policy, assist with and participate in Hobby School events, and pursue grants, awards, and other sources of funding to support research, academic programming, student success, community engagement, and public impact.
During the academic year, the Research Professor will teach one or two courses, which will be paid as overloads.
Applicants should submit the following materials:
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Research Statement
- One Writing Sample
- Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact information of three references for letters of recommendation
To apply, please visit http://jobs.uh.edu/. Information about the Hobby School of Public Affairs and the Center for Public Policy can be found at https://www.uh.edu/hobby and https://www.uh.edu/cpp. For additional information about the search, please contact Pablo M. Pinto at ppinto@central.uh.edu.
Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
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Mid Level Research Assistant Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level research assistant professor job?
Position yourself around demonstrated independence: highlight first-authored publications, grants you have led or co-led, and graduate students or research staff you have mentored. Tailor your research statement to the department's active priorities, and show a coherent scholarly agenda rather than a list of past projects. Strong letters from faculty who can speak to your autonomy as a researcher carry significant weight at this stage.
Which companies hire mid level research assistant professors?
Companies hiring mid level research assistant professors right now include Morgan State University, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, and Tulane University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of research universities, medical schools and academic medical centers, and government-affiliated research institutes seeking candidates with an established publication record and the capacity to attract external funding.
Are there remote mid level research assistant professor jobs?
Yes, though availability depends on the discipline and the nature of the research involved. About 0% of mid level research assistant professor openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with the strongest representation in computational fields, data-intensive research, and roles where laboratory access is not required. Hybrid arrangements are increasingly common at institutions with distributed research teams.
How do I move up to a mid level research assistant professor role?
Moving from early-career to mid level in this field means building a coherent, recognizable research identity over time. That typically involves accumulating first-authored publications in respected venues, securing at least one independent or co-investigator grant credit, and demonstrating consistent mentorship of junior researchers. Depth in a defined methodology or content area, paired with a record of collaboration, is what distinguishes mid level candidates from those just entering academic research.
Which industries hire the most mid level research assistant professors?
Mid Level research assistant professor roles concentrate in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they sustain large research programs that require faculty who can operate independently, manage project teams, and contribute to the grant portfolios that fund ongoing scholarly work.