Research Associate
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Albany, NY · Posted October 28, 2026
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About the job
Position Summary:
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is seeking a part-time Research Associate to serve in the Collaboratory, a community-based hub created to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities in Albany’s South End. The Research Associate will work on with Collaboratory staff and ACPHS faculty on Collaboratory-based research projects.
Interested applicants should submit their resume online .
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
Schedule and administer surveys
Maintain quality controls to preserve data integrity
Analyze data
Coordinate research project activities
Research background information
Write summary reports
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Communication skills
Ability to empathize with others
Time-management skills
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Please note that this posting is not all-inclusive of the job responsibilities or qualifications of the position. The essential functions of the job may or may not have been fully described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Additional Information:
This position is based in Albany, NY. The duties and responsibilities of this particular role require the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or interaction with our community, requiring all work to be performed full-time on-site or in other community locations. Standard work hours are from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM EST, Monday through Friday, however evening and weekend hours may be assigned. Additional details pertaining to this position will be discussed during the interview process.
Benefits:
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental and vision benefits, free life insurance and disability programs, tuition assistance programs, retirement plan with employer match and contribution, and generous time off including 20 paid holidays plus paid sick and vacation time. Additional perks include wellness rewards, free gym access, free parking, identity theft protection and many others. Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, and exclusions may apply for some roles.
ACPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our hiring and employment practices.