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This position will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of scientific research while overseeing daily laboratory operations, managing the lab budget, and contributing to grant development and funding efforts.
About the Role
This position will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of scientific research while overseeing daily laboratory operations, managing the lab budget, and contributing to grant development and funding efforts. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty, researchers, and other stakeholders to advance research objectives, support ongoing projects, and promote the continued growth and success of the Aged Horse Research Center.
Why Join Us
At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include:
- Exceptional benefits package.
- A formal mentoring program to support your professional development
- Access to a staff development fund for continued learning and skill building
- Dedicated staff recognition programs that celebrate your contributions
- A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky
To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.
Internal Employee Being Considered
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
This position will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of scientific research while overseeing daily laboratory operations, managing the lab budget, and contributing to grant development and funding efforts.
About the Role
This position will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of scientific research while overseeing daily laboratory operations, managing the lab budget, and contributing to grant development and funding efforts. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty, researchers, and other stakeholders to advance research objectives, support ongoing projects, and promote the continued growth and success of the Aged Horse Research Center.
Why Join Us
At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include:
- Exceptional benefits package.
- A formal mentoring program to support your professional development
- Access to a staff development fund for continued learning and skill building
- Dedicated staff recognition programs that celebrate your contributions
- A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky
To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.
Internal Employee Being Considered
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research scientist jobs.
- Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline such as biology, chemistry, or computer science
- Hands-on experience designing and executing independent research experiments
- Proficiency with statistical analysis software such as R, Python, or MATLAB
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications or conference presentations
- Experience with specific laboratory techniques such as CRISPR, mass spectrometry, or next-generation sequencing
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings to cross-functional teams
Tips for Your Research Scientist Job Search
Tailor your resume to publication impact
List publications with citation counts or journal impact factors rather than just titles. Hiring committees and research leads use these signals to gauge the real-world weight of your work, so a bare list of paper titles leaves your strongest credential undersold.
Match your methods section to the job description
Most research scientist postings name specific techniques, instruments, or computational tools. Mirror the exact terminology from the posting in your resume and cover letter. Automated screening tools filter on those phrases before a human ever reads your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists research scientist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Build a targeted project portfolio page
A one-page personal site or GitHub repository summarizing two or three key research projects gives interviewers a concrete artifact to discuss before the technical screen. Include methodology, tools, and outcome, not just the abstract.
Prepare a chalk-talk style presentation
Many research scientist interviews include a research presentation to a mixed audience of scientists and non-scientists. Practice explaining your work without jargon for five minutes and then defending methodology under detailed technical questioning from specialists.
Negotiate start date around grant or publication cycles
Research teams often time hiring to grant award dates or fiscal-year budget releases. If an offer comes in lower than expected, ask whether the start date flexibility or a sign-on tied to a grant milestone is on the table before countering base salary alone.
Research Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most research scientists?
The companies hiring the most research scientists right now include Meta, ByteDance, and Google, with the largest share of openings in California, Washington, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistently strong in pharmaceutical development, technology research labs, and federally funded research institutions.
How many research scientist jobs are remote?
About 53% of research scientist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by specialization. Computational research roles in machine learning, bioinformatics, and data science tend to offer the highest share of remote-eligible positions, while wet-lab and instrumentation-dependent roles are almost always on-site.
How do you become a research scientist?
Most research scientist roles require completing a Ph.D. in a relevant field, which involves original dissertation research and several peer-reviewed publications. After your doctorate, a postdoctoral fellowship strengthens your independent research credentials and publication record. From there, you apply to industry, government, or academic positions and typically interview with a research presentation alongside technical and behavioral rounds.
Can you get hired as a research scientist without much experience?
Entry-level research scientist roles do exist, particularly at larger pharmaceutical companies and technology firms that hire recent Ph.D. graduates directly into associate or junior scientist positions. The key is framing dissertation and postdoctoral work as independent project leadership rather than graduate training. Applying to rotational research programs and contract research organizations is also a practical path into the field early in your career.
What does the research scientist interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a recruiter or hiring-manager screen focused on your research background and role fit. A technical interview follows, covering methodology, experimental design, and domain knowledge. Most employers then ask for a formal research presentation to the team, sometimes called a job talk or chalk talk. A final round with senior stakeholders or cross-functional partners usually precedes the offer.
Where can I find and apply to research scientist jobs?
You can find and apply to research scientist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization, seniority level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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