The Research Foundation is a private, nonprofit educational corporation whose primary responsibility is the administration of externally funded contracts and grants for and on; behalf of the State University of New York. As such, it is not; supported by state appropriated tax dollars, nor does it receive support services; provided to NYS agencies. The Foundation is responsible for its own; financial, legal and business systems; maintains its own personnel policies, employee fringe benefits program and payroll services.
Research Foundation Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity
The Research Foundation for The State University of New York (RF) is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. It is the obligation of each officer, manager, and supervisor to ensure all employment activities are conducted in an equal and equitable fashion, without regard to race, creed, religion, color, citizenship, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, status as a domestic violence victim, arrest record, disability, military status, disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, Armed Forces Service Medal veteran, active duty or wartime campaign badge veteran, or other characteristic as protected by law. Such activities include, but are not limited to: recruitment, advertising, selection, hiring, training, promotion, upgrade, demotion, transfer, layoff, discharge, return from layoff, performance evaluation, rate of pay, other compensation and fringe benefits.
Employment Opportunities
The Research Foundation for SUNY, a private, not-for-profit Corporation, is seeking a 12-month full-time, Clinton County position as an Early Childhood Specialist/Migrant Educator (Teacher’s Assistant) for the Northeast Education Program $35,235.00 - $41,107.50 annual salary and paid mileage. We are looking to add an energetic, qualified educator to our dedicated staff. The successful candidate will provide high-quality small groups or one-on-one tutoring, including advocacy for eligible students and their families. NYS Teacher Certification or Teacher Assistant Certification and teaching experience preferred. An associate degree in education or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience implementing instructional programs with children and/or young adults in a classroom setting. Strong communications and record-keeping skills required. This unique opportunity allows the individual to work with students at the district buildings during and after school hours. Excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, are available to anyone working over 18.75 hours per week. Cell phone w/voicemail, email, dependable car, and valid driver’s license required. Renewal of appointments is subject to the Research Foundation for SUNY policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines, and the availability of annual funding. Send Research Foundation employment application, cover letter, and resume, and reference letters immediately to Laura Burnett, NMEP, SUNY Potsdam, 282 Van Housen Hall Ext., Potsdam, NY 13676, or upload documents here. For more information, please email Lisa Colby at colbylm@potsdam.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The Research Foundation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Research Foundation for SUNY, a private, not-for-profit Corporation, is seeking a full-time, 10-month position as a Migrant Educator (Teacher’s Assistant) for the Northeast Education Program ($24,705.00 - $28,822.50 annual salary and paid mileage). We are looking to add an energetic, qualified educator to our dedicated staff. The successful candidate will provide high-quality small group or one-on-one tutoring and advocacy for eligible students and their families. NYS Teacher Certification or Teacher Assistant Certification and teaching experience preferred. A minimum of an associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience working with youth is required. Must have experience implementing instructional programs with children and/or young adults in a classroom-type setting. Strong communications and record-keeping skills are required. This unique opportunity allows the individual to work with students in the district buildings during and after school hours. Excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, are available to anyone working over 18.75 hours per week. Cell phone with w/voicemail, email, dependable car, and valid driver’s license required. Renewal of appointments is subject to the Research Foundation for SUNY policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines, and the availability of annual funding. Send your Research Foundation employment application, cover letter, resume, and reference letters immediately to Laura Burnett, NMEP, SUNY Potsdam, 282 Van Housen Hall Ext., Potsdam, NY 13676. Alternatively, you can upload them here. For more information, please email Lisa Colby at colbylm@potsdam.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The Research Foundation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Research Foundation for SUNY (State University of New York), a private, not-for-profit organization, invites applications for Telephone Interviewers for Potsdam Institute for Applied Research (PIAR). Responsibilities include conducting telephone interviews with recent high school graduates and their families utilizing a prepared script. Keyboarding, good communication and customer service skills are required. Several bilingual interviewers are needed, especially to accommodate Spanish speakers. Once hired, onsite training will be provided. The employment period will begin on or about June 15, 2026 and end by September 30, 2026. Interviewers will need to be available for mostly evening and weekend hours. Various shifts will run from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, with most work to be done between 3:00 pm and 8:00 pm. The starting wage is from $16.00 to $22.00 per hour based on qualifications and experience. Review of applications will be accepted and reviewed until all positions are filled. For more information, please email Sandra Morris at morrissd@potsdam.edu. To apply, submit the Research Foundation Employment Application, a cover letter and resume. The documents should be uploaded to our secure PIAR filedrop location. The Research Foundation is an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer.
The Research Foundation for SUNY, a private, not-for-profit Corporation, is seeking a full-time, 10-month position as an Educator (Teacher’s Assistant) for the Northeast Education Program ($24,705.00 - $28,822.50 and paid mileage). We are seeking an energetic, qualified educator to join our dedicated staff. The successful candidate will provide high-quality small groups or one-on-one tutoring and advocacy for eligible students and their families. NYS Teacher Certification or Teacher Assistant Certification and teaching experience preferred. A minimum of an associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience working with youth is required. Must have experience implementing instructional programs with children and/or young adults in a classroom-type setting. Strong communications and record-keeping skills required. This unique opportunity enables individuals to work with students in district buildings during and after school hours. Excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, are available to anyone working over 18.75 hours per week. Cell phone with w/voicemail, email, dependable car, and valid driver’s license required. Renewal of appointments is subject to the Research Foundation for SUNY policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines, and the availability of annual funding. Send your Research Foundation employment application, cover letter, resume, and reference letters immediately to Laura Burnett, NMEP, SUNY Potsdam, 282 Van Housen Hall Ext., Potsdam, NY 13676. Alternatively, you can upload them to the secure filedrop folder. For more information, please email Lisa Colby at colbylm@potsdam.edu. The Research Foundation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
The Research Foundation for State University of New York at Potsdam invites applications for a Project Staff Assistant for TRIO Student Support Services (SSS). This position is grant-funded through the US Department of Education.
TRIO SSS provides support to students who are first-generation, low-income, and or with a documented disability . The mission of the program is to help participants achieve and maintain good academic standing, improve persistence and graduation rates through holistic, wraparound support services.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for staff and students
- Maintain confidentiality of students’ educational information and records according to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- Provide administrative assistance to staff
- Recruit, hire, and supervise student office staff
- Compile participant applications and supporting eligibility documentation
- Maintain calendar of events and support student engagement
- Manage program data and its integrity, and generate statistical reports regarding grant objectives
- Compile student data to be submitted as part of the Annual Performance Report
- Process and track purchase requisitions and payment vouchers
- Maintain and monitor budget spreadsheets for federal, state, and foundation accounts
- Participate in regular assessments of the overall operations
- Assist with coordinating program activities which include evenings and weekends, as well as travel
- Other related duties as assigned by the director
Minimum Qualification and Experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Communication or related field.
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with Excel to organize, track and analyze data
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Experience working with disadvantaged students
- Strong organizational skills
- Proficiency with Excel
- Familiarity with educational platforms (i.e. Banner and Starfish)
- Familiarity with social media and virtual platforms (i.e. Instagram and Zoom/Teams)
To apply:
UPLOAD the SUNY RF Employment Application, a letter of application, resume, and contact information for three references to our secure file folder. If you have any technical difficulties, email trio@potsdam.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Renewal of appointment is subject to the Research Foundation of SUNY policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines, and the availability of annual funding. The salary range is $38,000 - $40,000. The Research Foundation is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.
The Research Foundation for SUNY, a private nonprofit educational organization, is accepting applications for a full-time Northeast Migrant Education Program Director (Principal Investigator). NMEP supports the educational needs of farmworkers and their children in St. Lawrence, Franklin, Clinton, and Essex Counties. The Director provides strategic leadership and oversight for a comprehensive educational program that offers academic support, enrichment activities, and youth development services during the school year and summer months. The program also serves adolescents, school dropouts, and families through advocacy and support initiatives.
The Director is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating all program services in collaboration with staff, parents, and community stakeholders. This position oversees the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of program staff and facilitates ongoing professional development focused on effective pedagogy, instructional best practices, and student success.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing leadership and supervision for program staff, including recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluation, and professional growth.
- Designing and delivering high-quality monthly professional development opportunities.
- Planning, implementing, and overseeing all program operations and services.
- Collaborating with parents, staff, school districts, and community partners to ensure program effectiveness and responsiveness.
- Attending state Consortium and Committee meetings and participating in required virtual meetings.
- Preparing and submitting reports in a timely manner.
- Conducting on-site visits with participating school districts and district personnel.
- Coordinating Parent Advisory Committee meetings, developing meaningful agendas, and fostering family engagement.
- Creating and managing program budgets, data collection, reporting requirements, and program evaluation activities.
- Ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and grant requirements.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have experience developing curricula aligned with New York State learning standards and evidence-based educational practices. A strong understanding of educational issues affecting children and youth from preschool through adolescence is essential.
Candidates must demonstrate:
- Proven leadership and management experience.
- Strong budget oversight and fiscal management skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
- Knowledge of program evaluation, data analysis, and continuous improvement practices.
- An understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by students and families living in poverty and in high-risk rural communities.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or MST required.
- New York State teaching and/or administrative certification.
- Minimum of three (3) years of teaching and/or educational administrative experience.
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, student-centered leader committed to educational excellence, family engagement, and positive outcomes for children, youth, and families. The salary is $75,000.
Renewal of appointments is subject to the Research Foundation for SUNY policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines, and the availability of annual funding. Send Research Foundation employment application, cover letter, and resume, and reference letters immediately to NMEP, SUNY Potsdam, 282 Van Housen Hall Ext., Potsdam, NY 13676, or upload documents here. For more information, please email James Cruikshank, Search Chair at cruiksjm@potsdam.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The Research Foundation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.