Research Fellow (Remote)

The Research Assistant will support faculty in Public and Ecosystem Health with research, applied practice, and teaching activities. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a range of academic and professional projects while gaining experience in research support, project coordination, and public health education. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a collaborative academic environment.

Conduct literature reviews and assist with gathering, organizing, and synthesizing relevant information.

Compile research, teaching, and project materials and develop summary reports and other written materials.

Support planning and coordination of events, presentations, and other faculty activities.

Assist with course planning, organization, and management, including preparation of instructional materials.

Provide general administrative and project support as assigned.

Proficiency with standard computer applications and willingness to learn new tools as needed.

This is a part time 20hr/wk position

13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to be used at your discretion

Employee discounts with local and national retail brands

Generous retirement contributions

Impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program

Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success.

University Job Title: Temporary Research Aide

Temporary Academic Support

Level: No Grade - Hourly

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Refer to Posting Language

Remote Option Availability: Non-Union Positions

Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

Academic Discipline

To learn more about Cornell’s non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see Career Navigator.

Union Positions

To learn more about Cornell’s union wages, see Union Pay Rates.

Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of "... any person ... any study." No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.