Mid Level Research Specialist Jobs
Mid level research specialist jobs go to professionals ready to own studies end to end, synthesize complex findings independently, and guide junior team members with minimal oversight. Across Technology & Software, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, employers like Google, Egon Zehnder, and Microsoft are hiring at this level now, with 22% of openings offering remote or hybrid arrangements.
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Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Under the supervision of the Post-Approval Monitoring and Animal Training Program Manager, this position coordinates, conducts, and facilitates training for animal research personnel and supports the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Post-Approval Monitoring (PAM) Program. The role ensures animal research, teaching and testing is performed in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, City of Hope IACUC policies, and AAALAC accreditation standards. This position requires frequent collaboration with Principal Investigators, laboratory personnel, Center for Comparative Medicine (CCM) staff, and IACUC members to promote regulatory adherence and best practices in animal research.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Deliver hands-on training for animal research personnel, including onboarding, procedural instruction, and refresher courses that promote safe, compliant practices.
- Develop and continuously improve training content and resources to align with evolving regulations, institutional priorities, and best practices.
- Conduct Post-Approval Monitoring (PAM) through protocol review, staff engagement, and procedure observation, and partner with investigators to implement corrective actions.
- Support compliance oversight by identifying and escalating noncompliance or animal welfare concerns and contributing to investigations and regulatory reporting.
- Serve as a liaison between the IACUC and research teams by communicating policies, reporting findings, and facilitating collaboration.
- Support IACUC operations through protocol review, training compliance verification, and participation in inspections and reporting activities.
- Maintain training systems, records, and online resources to support effective training delivery and compliance.
Your qualifications should include:
- Bachelor’s degree in a science or education related field; 3 additional years of experience plus the minimum experience requirement may substitute for minimum education.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of applicable experience in a laboratory animal research setting, knowledge of animal research procedures and techniques used in a research setting.
Preferred qualifications:
- AALAS Learning Library, CITI
- AALAS certified at Laboratory Animal Technologist level
- Registered Veterinarian Technician (RVT)
- AALAS Certified Manager of Animal Resources
- Seven (7) + years of applicable experience in a laboratory animal research setting, knowledge of animal research procedures and techniques used in a research setting.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Under the supervision of the Post-Approval Monitoring and Animal Training Program Manager, this position coordinates, conducts, and facilitates training for animal research personnel and supports the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Post-Approval Monitoring (PAM) Program. The role ensures animal research, teaching and testing is performed in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, City of Hope IACUC policies, and AAALAC accreditation standards. This position requires frequent collaboration with Principal Investigators, laboratory personnel, Center for Comparative Medicine (CCM) staff, and IACUC members to promote regulatory adherence and best practices in animal research.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Deliver hands-on training for animal research personnel, including onboarding, procedural instruction, and refresher courses that promote safe, compliant practices.
- Develop and continuously improve training content and resources to align with evolving regulations, institutional priorities, and best practices.
- Conduct Post-Approval Monitoring (PAM) through protocol review, staff engagement, and procedure observation, and partner with investigators to implement corrective actions.
- Support compliance oversight by identifying and escalating noncompliance or animal welfare concerns and contributing to investigations and regulatory reporting.
- Serve as a liaison between the IACUC and research teams by communicating policies, reporting findings, and facilitating collaboration.
- Support IACUC operations through protocol review, training compliance verification, and participation in inspections and reporting activities.
- Maintain training systems, records, and online resources to support effective training delivery and compliance.
Your qualifications should include:
- Bachelor’s degree in a science or education related field; 3 additional years of experience plus the minimum experience requirement may substitute for minimum education.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of applicable experience in a laboratory animal research setting, knowledge of animal research procedures and techniques used in a research setting.
Preferred qualifications:
- AALAS Learning Library, CITI
- AALAS certified at Laboratory Animal Technologist level
- Registered Veterinarian Technician (RVT)
- AALAS Certified Manager of Animal Resources
- Seven (7) + years of applicable experience in a laboratory animal research setting, knowledge of animal research procedures and techniques used in a research setting.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
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Mid Level Research Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level research specialist job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight projects where you led the methodology, interpreted findings, and delivered recommendations to stakeholders without close supervision. Tailor your resume to show the scope of work you managed, the tools you drove independently, and any cross-functional collaboration you led. Employers hiring at this level want evidence you can run a project, not just support one.
Which companies hire mid level research specialists?
Companies hiring mid level research specialists right now include Google, Egon Zehnder, and Microsoft, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers large enterprises with dedicated research functions, consulting firms, and mission-driven organizations that rely on specialists who can manage studies with limited oversight.
Are there remote mid level research specialist jobs?
Yes, remote work is a real option at this level. About 22% of mid level research specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how much of this work, including data analysis, report writing, and stakeholder presentations, translates well outside a traditional office setting. On-site roles tend to concentrate in lab-based or fieldwork-heavy positions.
How do I move up to a mid level research specialist role?
The path from entry level to mid level research specialist is built on deepening your technical skills, taking ownership of discrete projects, and showing measurable impact. Early career, focus on mastering your organization's core research methods and tools. Over time, volunteer to lead smaller studies, document outcomes clearly, and seek feedback on your analytical judgment. Consistent delivery on projects you own is the clearest signal employers look for.
Which industries hire the most mid level research specialists?
Mid Level research specialist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they depend on ongoing research programs, require specialists who can operate independently across multi-phase studies, and benefit from the institutional knowledge that mid level professionals bring after several years in the field.