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Could you share a bit about your experience as a research assistant at PNNL?

My position as a fellow at PNNL was pretty similar to being a graduate student/research assistant in your home lab/group. You come in and work on your projects during regular working hours (which can be flexible), attend some interesting seminars, and interact with other staff scientists and inte...

Day in the Life Department of Energy Fellowship Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Landed an interview for a research associate position at PNNL - what qualities or experiences should I discuss?

PNNL is an institute that pushes for publications. They are looking for candidates with experience in scientific research and writing, if you have papers published, that’ll make you look really good to them. If not, highlight your research experience and expertise and any relevant project you are...

Interview Department of Energy Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

What kind of compensation can I expect in a research associate position at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory?

An RA at PNNL usually makes between $50-60K depending on experience.

Compensation Research Associate Department of Energy Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Salary

$24,000 per year

National averages based on real new grad salaries

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