80 research specialist jobs found in Princeton, NJ

Job Type Full-Time Overview A full-time research specialist position is available in the Neuroscience of Cognitive Control Laboratory led by Jonathan Cohen at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Psychology at Princeton University. Research in the lab focuses on the cognitive, computational and neural bases of cognitive control, learning, and intelligence using a combination of behavioral, neuroimaging, and AI modeling methods. The position provides an excellent opportunity to further develop research skills in computational modeling, AI, machine learning, cognitive psychology and human neuroscience. The successful applicant will be an energetic learner with strong programming abilities and an interest in assisting lab members in conducting research using all of these methods. For more information about the lab and its research interests, please see the website at https://ncclab.princeton.edu. This is a one-year position with the possibility of...

Job Type Full-Time Overview Based in Princeton’s School of Public & International Affairs and under the direction of Prof. Atif Mian , the Julis-Rabinowitz Center for Public Policy & Finance (JRCPPF) promotes research and teaching at the intersection of finance, macroeconomics, and policy. We seek to hire talented and motivated predoctoral research specialists to assist multiple economics and finance faculty working with the center. This position is ideal for graduating students interested in economics or finance, who are planning to pursue doctoral studies within two years. Previous research specialists have been accepted to top Ph.D. programs, including Stanford, Princeton, Harvard, Yale, MIT, Northwestern, London School of Economics, Columbia, NYU, Barcelona GSE, and the University of Maryland. The ideal candidate will: (i) have a strong quantitative background; (ii) have significant experience with coding and computing; (iii) be able to work independently...

Job Type Full-Time Overview About BDI The Bridging Divides Initiative (BDI) is a non-partisan research initiative that tracks and mitigates political violence in the United States. BDI supports efforts to grow and build local community resilience through elections and other periods of heightened risk, laying the groundwork for longer-term to bridge the divides we face as a nation. We do this by 1) producing action-oriented and responsive research to fill existing gaps and empower local leaders; 2) enabling cross-sector collaboration, so individuals and organizations are better prepared to mitigate risk and respond to crisis when it does arise; and 3) helping to drive the policy and community response. Over the past four years, BDI played an essential role in supporting a wide range of actors preparing for and responding to political violence and democratic crisis. Our data, analysis, and tools continue to help a diverse coalition of national and local decision-makers...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Department of Psychology at Princeton University invites applications for a full-time Research Specialist position. Anticipated start date approximately July - September, 2026. This position could extend for two years upon satisfactory performance after the first year. The position involves conducting research with Drs. Rebecca Carey and Anuj Shah. The position would involve standing meetings and regular check-ins on progress. We would invite open and regular communication with faculty, students, and staff. This would be a highly collaborative and interactive position. With Dr. Carey, the specialist may contribute to research on close relationships, social networks, inequality, social class, race, health and well-being, education, and intergroup relationships. With Dr. Shah, the specialist may contribute to research on judgment and decision-making, poverty, inequality, fairness, and criminal justice policy. Responsibilities...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics seeks applicants for a Research Specialist I position to manage the Nothobranchius furzeri (African turquoise killifish) colony across research laboratories at the Institute (Professors Claire Bedbrook and Ravi Nath ). This position requires independence and strong organizational skills, as it will entail managing time and resources to successfully maintain the African killifish colony, a critical resource for research focused on vertebrate aging. This position will be essential to support cutting-edge research in these labs, which involves a wide array of tools ranging from molecular biology and genetics to genomics and state-of-the-art microscopy. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience. Salary will include the full benefits package. This is a full-time position. This will be a one-year term position, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon continued...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Ludwig Princeton Branch at Princeton University seeks applicants for a Research Specialist position to join a laboratory focused on studying cancer immunology, and the effect of diet and obesity on cancer progression. The successful candidate will work with Professor Lydia Lynch and members of the lab to design and perform experiments with a particular focus on immunometabolic pathways in vitro and in vivo including analysis of mouse model of obesity and cancer. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of extension. Depending on the prior experience of the applicant, candidates at a variety of levels, based on the requirements below, will be considered. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience. The finalist will be required to pass a background check. Responsibilities Specific duties include but are not limited to laboratory rodent handling; molecular biology techniques, flow cytometry, tissue...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Gould lab, a neuroscience lab that studies brain plasticity in experimental animals in the Princeton Neuroscience Institute at Princeton University, seeks a full-time Research Specialist to assist with on-going experiments. We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working individual with excellent organizational skills and ability to work well with others. The successful candidate will have a willingness to learn and acquire new skills. This is a one-year term position with the possibility of extension contingent upon successful performance and continued funding. Responsibilities Rodent work, including: • surgery • behavior • handling • breeding Rodent study, including: • Immunofluorescence, confocal and electron microscopy • Histology • Electrophysiology • Hormone assays Data Analysis Maintaining laboratory protocols and other basic lab functions Qualifications Essential Qualifications include: Bachelor’s...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics seeks applicants for a Research Specialist I or Research Specialist II position to perform cutting-edge research across laboratories at the Institute (Professors Claire Bedbrook and Ravi Nath ). We seek a highly motivated and well-organized individual to contribute to understanding the process of aging and discovering ways to promote longevity and resilience to age-related disease. The Research Specialist will work under direct guidance of the Principal Investigators. The Research Specialist will perform basic functions and activities in defined research projects and independently conduct and analyze experiments relevant to aging and neurodegenerative diseases. The position requires diverse experimental approaches including the generation of genetically modified vertebrate animals (e.g., CRISPR editing; design, embryo injections, screening), complex molecular biology (e.g., cloning,...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Pena lab primarily studies the molecular mechanisms of brain development and the impact of stress across the lifespan, using a mouse model. This position will support the lab generally through administrative and mouse colony work, and collaborate to support individual projects in the lab with the chance to earn authorship on manuscripts. This is a 1-yr term position with the possibility of extension dependent upon performance and continued funding Responsibilities Mouse breeding, genotyping, and colony maintenance Histology: slicing tissue, staining tissue (protein immunohistochemistry or RNA FISH), microscopy, and/or cell culture support Oversee ordering of mice and lab supplies Maintain records, liaison to university regulatory oversight Background reading Equipment maintenance and management as needed Qualifications Essential Qualifications: BA or equivalent in neuroscience or a related field. - be extremely...

Job Type Full-Time Overview Princeton University's Neuroscience Institute seeks applicants for a Research Assistant position in a premiere research laboratory whose work focuses on neural circuits for social communication and sensorimotor integration using the fruit fly Drosophila as a model system (see murthylab.princeton.edu ). Research in the lab employs state-of-the-art neuroscience approaches, including quantitative behavior analyses, computational modeling, neural recordings, connectomics, molecular biology, and genetic tools. We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working individual who has a willingness to learn and acquire new skills (and a demonstrated track record in learning new techniques). The RA will work with lab members on conducting behavioral and neural imaging experiments, and on analyzing experimental data. Prior experience with Drosophila and/or neuroscience is strongly preferred. This is a one-year term position with the possibility of renewal...

Job Type Full-Time Overview Princeton University Library (PUL) seeks a collaborative and service-oriented Research Data Management Specialist to support the Princeton research community in managing, curating, and sharing research data across the research lifecycle. Reporting to the Head of the Princeton Research Data Service (PRDS), this position is part of the Data, Research, and Teaching Services division and plays a key role in advancing open research and data stewardship at Princeton. The Research Data Management Specialist works closely with PRDS colleagues and campus partners to provide expertise in research data management (RDM), metadata practices, and data curation. The role includes supporting TigerData infrastructure and users, delivering instruction and consultations, and developing services and programming that promote effective and responsible data management. The position engages with faculty, students, and research staff across disciplines and...

Institute Research Program Manager (Associate Professional Specialist) Location: Princeton, NJ Salary Range or Pay Grade: $90,000-$120,000 a year Description The Omenn-Darling Bioengineering Institute is seeking an Institute Research Program Manager (iRPM) to support the full lifecycle of complex, multi-investigator research programs, including large federal awards (e.g., DARPA, ARPA-H, NIH, NSF). This role, hired at the rank of Associate Professional Specialist, integrates scientific program management, research development, and grant execution, spanning both pre-award proposal development and post-award program oversight. The individual in this role will work closely with faculty as a scientific and programmatic partner, helping translate research concepts into competitive proposals and executable plans, while ensuring the successful coordination and delivery of funded programs. This is an on-campus position designed for individuals...

Job Type Part-Time Overview The M.S. Chadha Center for Global India (CGI) at the Princeton Institute for International and Regional Studies (PIIRS) is seeking a Center Coordinator (CC) to provide detailed, operational assistance for the CGI as a whole during the academic year. The individual will be responsible for a variety of administrative and financial support duties for the Center Manager, and manage all Center-related events, workshops, conferences, and meetings, and provide scheduling and reimbursement support to the faculty director. The CC will be responsible for the planning and execution of internal and external publicity for the Center events in coordination with PIIRS and other departments. The position is a benefits eligible, 80% time (4 days per week), 12-month position. Responsibilities Convening and implementing events and meetings • Send emails to various stakeholders such as the Executive Committee, External Advisory Committee, and students...

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Job Type Full-Time Overview Housing and Real Estate Services (HRES) is seeking to fill the role of the Housing Occupancy Management Coordinator who will be a member of the team that develops, implements, evaluates, and maintains systems and processes for undergraduate and graduate students. This team is responsible for assignment processes, including billing, annual graduate and undergraduate room selection, access coordination for students and alumni/ae, intra- and inter-departmental operations coordination, and data analytics efforts. This team will provide customer service directly through the HRES organization in coordination with The Service Point (an integrated service center). Princeton University currently has enrolled approximately 7,900 students (5,300 undergraduates and 2,600 graduate students) and employs approximately 6,100 benefits-eligible employees. As a research university, Princeton seeks to achieve the highest levels of distinction in the discovery and...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Program in Latin American Studies (PLAS) seeks a Program Manager to provide administrative oversight and support for this academic unit. Reporting to the PLAS faculty Driector, the Program Manager executes policy and provides strategic direction for the operation of the program. The Program Manager participates in short and long-term planning for program operations and activities, and ensures that the faculty, students, and staff in the program have the necessary assistance to carry out their academic, research and administrative duties. While the director establishes the academic and intellectual direction of the program, the program manager provides support for the director’s vision. The three most important aspects of the program manager’s responsibilities are financial management, staff supervision, and academic management. The program manager ensures that all internal deadlines are met and that the department is compliant with all...

MAE/HMEI Stratospheric Aerosol Chamber Specialist Location: Princeton, NJ Salary Range or Pay Grade: $90,000 - $120,000 a year Description The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Princeton University is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Professional Specialist to design and develop a Stratospheric Aerosol Chamber. The specialist will be appointed at the rank of Associate Professional Specialist or Professional Specialist, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a 3-year term position, supported by a 3-year Simons Foundation Grant to Profs. Luc Deike (MAE/HMEI) and Marissa Weichman (Chemistry) as part of the Simons Foundation International Collaboration on Solar Radiation Management. The ideal candidate should possess substantial expertise in atmospheric aerosol sciences, in particular stratospheric aerosols, aerosol chemistry, and solar radiation management, together with expertise in experimental...

Lab Bioreactor Manager, Princeton Sabre (Associate Professional Specialist) Location: Princeton, NJ Salary Range or Pay Grade: 70,000-90,000 Description The Omenn-Darling Bioengineering Institute at Princeton University is seeking a skilled Lab Bioreactor Manager, at the rank of Associate Professional Specialist, to join the Avalos Lab focused on microbial production of biofuels, chemicals, food, materials, and other products for renewable energy and sustainable biomanufacturing. This includes working with unique reactor designs and operation protocols for light-controlled microbial cultivations, as well as auxiliary equipment linked to bioreactor operations. Responsibilities - Maintaining proper operation of all bioreactors in the lab and auxiliary equipment associated with them (such as computers, flow cytometers, samplers, probes, etc.). - Ensuring bioreactors and auxiliary equipment are properly maintained and up to date...

Job Type Full-Time Overview Reporting to the Director of Data & Analytics, the Associate Director, Business Intelligence is responsible for directing and producing time-sensitive reporting and analytical needs, addressing business questions through dynamic and thoughtful business intelligence and contributing to the effectiveness and efficiency of the daily operations University Advancement. The department of Data & Analytics plays a critical strategic role within Advancement, providing the analytical framework, data architecture, application development and tools for data-driven decision making at all levels of the organization. This position is a hands-on technical role. In addition to supervising Business Intelligence Analysts, this position will report to the Director of Data & Analytics and serves as a liaison to other senior members of Advancement; participates in strategic policy development, and works to successfully execute special projects in...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Business Intelligence Analyst is a member of the Data & Analytics team within the department of Data Strategy & Innovation. Data Strategy & Innovation is dedicated to housing, managing, analyzing and disseminating information and data to inform Advancement Office strategy; foster strong relationships with donors, volunteers and campus partners; and promote effective integration. Reporting to the Associate Director, Business Intelligence, the Business Intelligence Analyst is responsible for complex and high-quality data analysis and presentation of data related to the advancement of Princeton University’s Advancement office. Candidates must be able to initiate and manage projects related to the analysis of internal data, providing value-added critical-thinking using independent judgment, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. This individual should be fluent in extracting, analyzing and preparing dashboards and reports of...