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Fully funded 17 Nov 2026

Open Rank-Associate or Full Professor, College of Nursing, Office of Research and PhD Education

University of Cincinnati

  • Cincinnati, United States

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Faculty rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials. Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger

Fully funded 19 Nov 2026

Researcher - PhD (Temporary)

University of Massachusetts Lowell

  • Lowell, United States

Job no: 529867 Position type: Staff Part Time, Hourly Benefit Status: Non-Benefited – Non-Union Campus: UMass Lowell Department: Chemistry Salary: Anticipate $1100-$1200/week, commensurate w/ qualifications and experience; anticipated appointment not to exceed 9 months Applications Open: Jun 12 2026 Applications Close: Open until filled General Summary of Position: The Temporary Researcher (PhD) will support research and development activities related to point-of-care diagnostic technologies. The position will assist with experimental design, assay development and optimization, data collection

Fully funded 19 Nov 2026

Biomedical Data Scientist (PhD)

University of Massachusetts Lowell

  • Lowell, United States

Job no: 530253 Position type: Staff Full Time Benefit Status: Benefited-Union Campus: UMass Lowell Department: Biological Sciences Salary: See posting section for salary range details: Applications Open: Sep 15 2026 Applications Close: Open until filled General Summary of Position: We are a highly collaborative group at the Center of Biomedical and Health Research in Data Sciences (CHORDS) at University of Massachusetts Lowell seeking a biomedical data scientist (PhD level). In this position, you will use neural networks, SQL, Python, R and work with diverse cutting-edge health records data an

Fully funded 19 Nov 2026

Senior Instructor; Non-ACGME Fellowship

University of Colorado System

  • Aurora, United States

University of Colorado Anschutz Department: Anesthesiology Job Title: Senior Instructor; Non-ACGME Fellowship Position #: – Requisition #: 00848374 Job Summary: The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department of Anesthesiology has an opening for a non-ACGME anesthesiology subspecialty fellowships to apply for a full-time Senior Instructor-level faculty position in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. The chief responsibility of the Department of Anesthesiology is to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients having surgical op

Funding not stated 21 Nov 2026

Research Fellow

Auburn University

  • Auburn, United States

Job Description Overview Auburn University is seeking a Research Fellow to assist with and conduct original research, including planning, maintaining, and completing research programs and projects focused on the discovery of new knowledge, techniques, and concepts. This position applies advanced scientific and research knowledge, skills, and abilities while adhering to applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. Responsibilities • Develops original project proposals, research designs, plans and protocols and assists in the development of complex project proposals, plans and protoco

Funding not stated 21 Nov 2026

NBE Graduate Teaching Assistant - Indirect 0305I

Wichita State University

  • Wichita, United States
  • Export Compliance Requirement

Department Mechanical Engineering Campus Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Hire Type Part Time Pay 5000./semester Work Schedule ; work is performed on-site and in person. TBD with supervisor Export Compliance Requirement No export control requirement. Job Story The primary function of a graduate teaching assistant (GTA) is to assist with instruction. GTAs have the latitude to make independent decisions, use judgment and exercise discretion when dealing with student matters. The main purpose and responsibility of GTAs is to impart knowledge or training to students at Wichita State Universi

Funding not stated 21 Nov 2026

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Indirect

Wichita State University

  • Wichita, United States

Department Modern & Classical Languages & Literatures Campus Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Hire Type Part Time Pay $3,750 per semester Work Schedule ; work is performed on-site and in person. Monday - Friday, times variable dependent on class schedule Export Compliance Requirement No export control requirement. Job Story A Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) focused on indirect teaching supports academic courses behind the scenes without leading front-of-class lectures, centering on grading, course material preparation, and Blackboard administration. The primary function of a graduate t

Fully funded 21 Nov 2026

Graduate Teaching Assistant (Student)

American University

  • Washington D.C., United States

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community. This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid. Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, inc

Funding not stated 21 Nov 2026

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Wichita State University

  • Wichita, United States

Department English Campus Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Hire Type Part Time Pay $1000/credit hour Work Schedule Dependent upon class assignment schedule. Office Hours are Mon-Fri 8:00-5:00 Export Compliance Requirement No export control requirement. Job Story Graduate teaching assistant (GTA) instructs introductory composition courses in ENGL 101, ENGL 102 or ENGL 210 for the English department. Job Summary The primary function of a graduate teaching assistant (GTA) is to provide direct instruction. GTAs have the latitude to make independent decisions, use judgment and exercise discre

Fully funded 21 Nov 2026

Fellowship Coordinator - Department of Neurology

Wayne State University

  • Detroit, United States

Fellowship Coordinator - Department of Neurology Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Fellowship Coordinator - Department of Neurology at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society. Essential functions (job duties): Posit

Fully funded 21 Nov 2026

Fellowship Coordinator

University of Colorado System

  • Aurora, United States

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department of Pathology Fellowship Coordinator Position #00851492 – Requisition #: 40672 Job Summary: The Department of Pathology is seeking a Fellowship Coordinator who will be responsible for the day ‐ to ‐ day administration of five Fellowship training programs (3 ACGME-accredited, 2 unaccredited). Assist the Program Director in ensuring that the training programs are in full compliance with CUGME Office policies and procedures, as well as relevant institutional policies and procedures, ACGME program requirements and regulations, and relevant p

Fully funded 21 Nov 2026

Endourology and Stone Disease Fellowship

University of Colorado System

  • Aurora, United States

University of Colorado Anschutz Department: Surgery Job Title: Endourology and Stone Disease Fellowship Position #:00846525 – Requisition #:39541 Job Summary: The Endourology and Stone Disease Fellowship prepares urologists for careers in academic or private practice by providing comprehensive clinical, surgical, and research training. Fellows gain experience at CU Anschutz Medical Campus and affiliated hospitals under the guidance of dedicated faculty. Key Responsibilities: • Clinical and Surgical Training: • Endoscopic stone surgery: cystoscopy, ureteroscopy, percutaneous nephrolithotomy, cy

Fully funded 21 Nov 2026

Director of Predoctoral Education

University of Colorado System

  • Aurora, United States

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus School of Dental Medicine | Department of Pediatric Dentistry Clinical Teaching Faculty (C/T) - Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, or Professor) Working Title: Director of Predoctoral Education Full-Time Position # 00703896 R equisition # 39849 Job Summary: The University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, School of Dental Medicine (SDM) welcomes applications for Director of Predoctoral Education from exceptional candidates for a full-time, clinical track faculty (Open Rank) to work in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Children's Hosp

Funding not stated 21 Nov 2026

AGA Online Doctoral Operations - Helms School of Government

Liberty University

  • Lynchburg, United States
  • Y RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative Graduate Assistant (AGA) Graduate Assistantship Program JOB SUMMARY The AGA Doctoral Operations position supports the Helms School of Government doctoral programs by assisting with student communication, doctoral process administration, records management, and academic operations. This role helps monitor student progression through program milestones, maintain accurate records, support orientation and doctoral events, and assist with process improvement initiatives. The position requires professionalism, confidentiality, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the

Funding not stated 1 Dec 2026

University of Maryland Theoretical Quantum Optics Fellowship

University of Maryland · Joint Quantum Institute/Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science

  • College Park, United States
  • Physics

The University of Maryland is seeking exceptional candidates for the Theoretical Quantum Optics Fellowship. The term "quantum optics" is meant in the broadest sense, and includes atomic, molecular, and optical physics, as well as aspects of quantum information theory, condensed matter physics, and quantum thermodynamics. The University of Maryland Theoretical Quantum Optics Fellows will be encouraged to collaborate broadly across the Joint Quantum Institute (https://jqi.umd.edu/), the Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (https://quics.umd.edu), and the Condensed Matter Th

Fully funded 15 Dec 2026

Faculty Leave Fellowship

Brandeis University · Crown Center for Middle East Studies

  • Waltham, United States
  • History

Faculty Leave Fellowship The Crown Center for Middle East Studies invites applications for a one-year faculty leave residential fellowship for scholars of the contemporary Middle East and North Africa to begin on September 1, 2027. The fellowship is open to all disciplines in the Humanities and Social Sciences—particularly politics, economics, history, religion, sociology, or anthropology. Successful applicants must be tenure track or tenured professors (or equivalent) with a well-established publication record seeking a faculty leave appointment and interested in engaging in a substantive res

Funding not stated 31 Dec 2026

Energy Geoscience

Duke University · NSOE-Faculty

  • Durham, United States
  • Earth and Environmental Sciences

The Division of Earth and Climate Sciences (ECS) in the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University invites applicants for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor in Energy Geoscience. ECS plans to hire an Earth Scientist whose research focuses on Energy. We seek an innovative scholar who will develop a thriving research program using geoscience methods to help advance ongoing transitions in energy production and management, such as geothermal energy, exploration for critical minerals used in energy technologies, geo-based synthesis of next-generation fuels like hydrogen, geol

Fully funded 30 Apr 2027

School of Nursing Graduate Assistant 2026-2027

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

  • Greensboro, United States

Requisition Number: GA00857 Position Title: School of Nursing Graduate Assistant 2026-2027 Position Eclass: GF - Graduate Flat Pay Position Summary: The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student’s field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills.

Funding not stated No deadline given

The Center for Technology, Innovation & Competition Fellowship

University of Pennsylvania

  • Philadelphia, United States

The Center for Technology, Innovation & Competition Fellowship Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: May 11, 2022 Deadline: The Center for Technology, Innovation & Competition (CTIC) invites applications for a CTIC Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School starting immediately upon hiring. It is a one-year appointment with the potential for a one-year extension. The fellow will work with Professor Christopher Yoo and project partners supporting CTIC's research and projects. Responsibilities of the fellow will include but are not limited to: • Clean and manage large datasets

Fully funded No deadline given

THE INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES AND RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP

Lebanese American University

  • United States

SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN LAU The Institute of Environmental Studies & Research Fellowship is a teaching and research fellowship award offered to a qualified candidate with the aim of promoting new research in the areas of urban planning, environmental sustainability, and related topics, with a particular focus on local and regional issues. The Fellowship is awarded competitively on an annual basis and the selected fellow is expected to be in residence at the School of Architecture & Design in Beirut, Lebanon, on a full-time basis. The purpose of the Fellowship is to create a unique oppo

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