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Apex Informatics

Research project manager

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$78K - $99K/yr

Pasadena, CA-Hybrid Duration : 6 months + Paid time off : N/A Research Project Manager (PM) contractor with experience managing medium to large scale research studies. A research PM with management ...

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Clinical Research Coordinator II, Neurology

Dallas, TX · On-site

$24 - $32/hr

... research studies. The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for independently ... Paid Parental Leave Benefit * Wellness programs * Tuition Reimbursement * Public Service Loan ...

Myana

WI · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

... research studies. The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for independently ... Paid Parental Leave Benefit * Wellness programs * Tuition Reimbursement * Public Service Loan ...

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Paid research studies are organized opportunities where individuals can participate in academic, medical, or market research projects in exchange for monetary compensation or other rewards. These studies may involve surveys, interviews, product testing, focus groups, or clinical trials. Researchers use participants' input or data to advance knowledge, develop products, or improve services. Participation requirements and compensation vary depending on the study's nature and objectives.

What can participants expect in terms of time commitment and scheduling flexibility when taking part in paid research studies?

Participants in paid research studies can typically expect a wide range of time commitments, from brief online surveys that take just a few minutes to multi-session studies that may span several weeks. Many studies offer flexible scheduling, especially online or remote options, while in-person research may require attendance at set times. It’s important to review each study’s requirements carefully before applying to ensure the expectations align with your availability. Communicating promptly with the study coordinator can also help accommodate your schedule and maximize earning potential.

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To thrive as a Paid Research Study Participant, you typically need reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions, with eligibility often based on demographic or health criteria. Familiarity with survey tools, basic data entry systems, or clinical research protocols may be required depending on the study. Strong communication, punctuality, and honesty help ensure accurate data collection and positive engagement with research staff. These qualities are crucial for maintaining study integrity and ensuring valid, actionable research results.

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Paid research studies are available for participants in various fields, including medical, psychological, and market research. Individuals can earn money by volunteering for these studies, which often require specific eligibility criteria and may involve surveys, interviews, or testing products or treatments.
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Advanced Research Studies Lead

Chantilly, VA • On-site

The Aerospace Corporation
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$151K - $226K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch.

The Advanced Research and Engineering (AR&E) Sub-Division is seeking an innovative and proactive Advanced Research Studies Lead (Senior Project Engineer - Multi-Disciplinary Engineering) to tackle some of the nation's most critical and complex challenges in Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and R&D ground architectures. The mission of AR&E is to research, develop, and demonstrate next-generation space technologies, and advise on cutting-edge autonomy and machine learning. AR&E leverages expertise and laboratory capabilities from across Aerospace to support cutting-edge R&D for a large intelligence agency.

This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, which requires 100% onsite work.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Coordinating diverse studies ranging across phenomenologies and technologies, breaking down complex questions into manageable components to deliver data-driven results to the nation's hardest problems.
  • Engaging Aerospace's premier analysis, simulation, and laboratory resources across the Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) matrix and consolidating assessments from Subject Matter Experts within these organizations into cohesive, impactful, and actionable findings for the customer.
  • Interacting frequently with government, SETA, and contractor personnel as part of a small team in a fast-paced environment.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Senior Project Engineer- Multi-Disciplinary Engineering:

  • Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, mathematics, or a related technical field.
  • 10 years of relevant experience in space systems.
  • Experience in technical project management, scoping projects and leveraging inter-disciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated expertise in cutting-edge technology applicable to remote sensing, communications, or computation as applied to space systems.
  • Experience in Geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) OR signals intelligence (SIGINT) technologies.
  • Ability to be proactive, think strategically, and anticipate needs.
  • Willing to travel domestically up to approximately 10% of time.
  • This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

  • Advanced degree in science, engineering, mathematics, or a related technical field.
  • Direct experience with government or commercial space systems.
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • Familiarity with AI/ML applications and implementation
    • High-performance computing
    • Optics
    • Photonics
    • Position, navigation, and timing (PNT) technologies
    • Prototyping, CubeSats

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$151,300.00 - $226,900.00Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

  • Operate Strategically
  • Lead Change
  • Engage with Impact
  • Foster Innovation
  • Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

  • 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

  • Relocation assistance

  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

  • Education assistance programs

  • An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color,religion,geneticinformation, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailatpeoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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