Research assistant

A research assistant (RA) is a researcher employed, often on a temporary contract,[1] by a university, research institute, or privately held organization to provide assistance in academic or private research endeavors. Research assistants work under the supervision of a principal investigator or supervisor and typically do not bear direct responsibility for the final outcomes of the research. However, in certain countries, research assistants can be the primary contributors to the research outcomes. Research assistants are commonly educated to at least degree level,[2][3] and they may also be enrolled in postgraduate degree programs. In some cases, such as when pursuing a PhD, they are referred to as Doctoral Research Assistants and may also have teaching responsibilities alongside their research commitments.[1][4][5]

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  2. ^ University of Cambridge (March 2003). "Generic Role Profile Research Assistant" (PDF). Archived (PDF) from the original on 6 June 2011. Retrieved 18 May 2010.
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  4. ^ European Business School (11 May 2010). "Research Assistant - Supply Chain Management Institute". Archived from the original on May 30, 2010. Retrieved 18 May 2010. {{cite web}}: |author= has generic name (help)
  5. ^ Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (9 March 2008). "Research Assistant Position at Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka". Archived from the original on May 15, 2010. Retrieved 18 May 2010.