Office of Research- Temporary Research Professional
Anchorage, AK • Posted 2026-07-22
Position Description
Office of Research- Temporary Research Professional The Office of Research which also includes: The College of Engineering (CoEng), College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP), Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER), Community Technical College (CTC), Business Enterprise Institute (BEI), and the School of Education (SoEd) are seeking qualified candidates to join a Research Professional hiring pool. Selected applicants will be considered for Research Professional positions as project needs arise across these academic and research units. Research Professionals contribute to both applied and fundamental scientific research across a range of disciplines. Work may involve participation in laboratory, field, or office-based research activities, with responsibilities focused on the collection, management, analysis, and synthesis of complex research data. Individuals in this role also support the preparation of technical reports, manuscripts, and other research outputs, while ensuring accuracy, organization, and integrity of research documentation and datasets. This role involves close collaboration with principal investigators and multidisciplinary research teams, with opportunities to contribute to study design, implementation, and dissemination of research findings. Some assignments may include fieldwork or specialized data collection depending on project requirements. Successful candidates will bring a strong background in a relevant scientific or technical field, along with experience in research methods, data analysis, or experimental work. Research Professionals should be detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of working effectively in both independent and collaborative settings within evolving research environments. This is a pooled recruitment position. Eligible applicants will remain under consideration and may be contacted as suitable project opportunities arise.
Key Requirements & Qualifications
- Research Professional 1 (entry level) Bachelor's degree + 6 months relevant experience (or equivalent training/experience)
- Research Professional 2 Bachelor's degree + 1 year relevant experience
- Research Professional 3 (mid level) Master's degree + 2 years postgraduate-level experience
- Research Professional 4 (senior level) Master's degree + 4 years postgraduate-level experience
- Research Professional 5 (expert/lead level) PhD + 4 years postgraduate-level experience
Overview & Salary
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