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AI Chopping Block

$250/hr

Our team is a quickly growing group of committed researchers, engineers, policy experts, and ... Currently, we expect all staff to be in one of our offices at least 25% of the time. However, some ...

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As a Staff Researcher on the Consumer team, you will shape the foundational understanding of how and why people change (or struggle to change) their food behaviors. You'll lead research that spans ...

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$150 - $200/hr

As a Staff Researcher on the Consumer team, you will shape the foundational understanding of how and why people change (or struggle to change) their food behaviors. You'll lead research that spans ...

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Staff User Researcher - Consumer

As a Staff Researcher on the Consumer team, you will shape the foundational understanding of how and why people change (or struggle to change) their food behaviors. You'll lead research that spans ...

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$150 - $200/hr

As a Staff Researcher on the Consumer team, you will shape the foundational understanding of how and why people change (or struggle to change) their food behaviors. You'll lead research that spans ...

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How much do staff researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for staff researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Staff Researcher vs Research Scientist?

AspectStaff ResearcherResearch Scientist
Required CredentialsMaster's or PhD in relevant field, research experienceMaster's or PhD, specialized research training
Work EnvironmentAcademic, corporate R&D, government labsAcademic, corporate R&D, government labs
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, tech companies, research institutesUniversities, biotech, tech firms, government agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Staff Researcher and Research Scientist roles typically require advanced degrees and research experience. Staff Researchers often focus on long-term projects within academic or corporate research teams, while Research Scientists may have a broader range of research responsibilities. Both roles are common in similar environments and industries, with overlapping skills and credentials.

What does a staff researcher do?

A staff researcher conducts in-depth investigations and analysis to support organizational goals, often working in academic, scientific, or corporate settings. They design experiments, collect data, and prepare reports, frequently using tools like statistical software and research methodologies to inform decision-making.

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Infographic showing various Staff Researcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,102 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

Staff Researcher - Loveland

Northcentral Florida

Sarasota, FL • On-site

Part-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Location : Sarasota, Florida, United States
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 00920
Division: Natural Sciences
Opening Date: 09/02/2026
Closing Date: 9/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
This position will assist the principal investigator with the design, execution, and documentation of research studies.
Examples of Duties
Core Research Support
  • Assist the principal investigator with the design, execution, and documentation of research studies
  • Conduct literature reviews and synthesize findings to support grant proposals, papers, and project planning
  • Collect, clean, code, and manage research data in accordance with IRB, lab, and data-security protocols
  • Perform quantitative and/or qualitative analysis using Python
  • Maintain accurate datasets, codebooks, and version-controlled project files
Writing, dissemination, and collaboration
  • Draft, edit, and format sections of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and technical reports
  • Prepare figures, tables, and supplementary materials for publications and presentations
  • Present progress and results in lab meetings, journal clubs, and (as appropriate) conferences
  • Coordinate with co-authors, collaborators, and external partners on shared research tasks
  • Assist with citation management, reference formatting, and journal submission requirements
Project and lab operations
  • Help prepare IRB/ethics applications, amendments, and continuing-review materials
  • Support grant-related tasks such as progress reports, budget tracking, and literature/justification sections
  • Train and mentor undergraduate research assistants on protocols, software, and lab safety
  • Follow all institutional, safety, and responsible-conduct-of-research requirement
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
  • Programming experience in Python

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas, such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now and in the future.
New College of Florida (NCF) is an equal opportunity employer and educational provider committed to a policy of non-discrimination for any member of the NCF community on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veterans' status, marital status, or any other legally protected group status. This policy applies to faculty, staff, students, volunteers, visitors, applicants, and contractors in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, orders, and University policies, procedures, and processes.
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