Mid Level Research Engineer Jobs
Mid level research engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, contribute to cross-functional decisions, and guide junior colleagues without constant oversight. Hiring runs across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Technology & Software, with 21% of openings offering remote or hybrid work, and employers like CVS Health, Emory University, and Google competing for research engineers at this level now.
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Works under limited supervision and oversees the day-to-day activities of a clinical trial in accordance with Good Clinical Research Practice (GCP). Performs a variety of research activities in support of clinical trials (including database management, biological specimen processing, and clerical duties) to assist investigators in organizing, gathering and compiling clinical research data. Recruits, assists with consenting subjects, and conducts study visits.Job Description
- Performs a variety of research, data base, biospecimen collection and processing, as well as clerical duties in support of clinical trials to assist investigators in organizing, gathering and compiling clinical research data.
- Organizes and maintains documentation required for clinical trial(s).
- Informs Principal Investigator and/or designated individual on any issues concerning patients response to treatment/medication/ any adverse effects overall to patients.
- Assists Principal Investigator with regulatory body filings including IRB submissions.
- May assist in the enrollment of human subjects.
- May provide clerical and technical support to ensure adherence to research protocols and quality of information received.
High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree/Master’s degree and previous experience preferred.
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Thomas Jefferson UniversityPrimary Location Address
800-803 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
Job Details
Works under limited supervision and oversees the day-to-day activities of a clinical trial in accordance with Good Clinical Research Practice (GCP). Performs a variety of research activities in support of clinical trials (including database management, biological specimen processing, and clerical duties) to assist investigators in organizing, gathering and compiling clinical research data. Recruits, assists with consenting subjects, and conducts study visits.Job Description
- Performs a variety of research, data base, biospecimen collection and processing, as well as clerical duties in support of clinical trials to assist investigators in organizing, gathering and compiling clinical research data.
- Organizes and maintains documentation required for clinical trial(s).
- Informs Principal Investigator and/or designated individual on any issues concerning patients response to treatment/medication/ any adverse effects overall to patients.
- Assists Principal Investigator with regulatory body filings including IRB submissions.
- May assist in the enrollment of human subjects.
- May provide clerical and technical support to ensure adherence to research protocols and quality of information received.
High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree/Master’s degree and previous experience preferred.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)Worker Sub Type
RegularEmployee Entity
Thomas Jefferson UniversityPrimary Location Address
800-803 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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Mid Level Research Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level research engineer job?
Position yourself around ownership and outcomes, not just tasks completed. Highlight projects where you drove the research direction, made design decisions, or delivered results with limited supervision. Tailor your resume to show depth in a specialization, whether that is machine learning, materials science, or another domain, and make your individual contributions clear in collaborative projects. Concrete impact beats a long list of tools.
Which companies hire mid level research engineers?
Companies hiring mid level research engineers right now include CVS Health, Emory University, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of technology firms, large industrial companies, and research-intensive organizations that need engineers who can take ownership of work streams rather than requiring close direction.
Are there remote mid level research engineer jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by specialty and employer. About 21% of mid level research engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting broad adoption of flexible arrangements in research-driven roles. Lab-dependent and hardware-focused positions are more likely to require on-site presence, while computational, data, and software research roles tend to offer the most flexibility.
How do I move up to a mid level research engineer role?
Progression from entry level into mid level research engineering comes from building depth in a specific domain and demonstrating that you can work independently. Over your first few years, focus on owning discrete pieces of larger projects, producing work that others build on, and developing the judgment to know when to move forward versus when to raise a problem. Mentorship and peer feedback accelerate this growth significantly.
Which industries hire the most mid level research engineers?
Mid Level research engineer roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors invest heavily in applied research and need engineers who can bridge foundational work and practical implementation, making mid level candidates with demonstrated project ownership especially competitive.