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Temporary Cognitive Science Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Undergraduate research assistants will be available to help in several of these stages. Required Qualifications - Ph.D. in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, or ...

Research Assistant

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$32K - $45K/yr

Studies in this lab relate to the intersection of cognitive science and geoscience education and ... The RA will oversee multiple research activities to include recruitment of study participants ...

Research Assistant

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$32K - $45K/yr

Studies in this lab relate to the intersection of cognitive science and geoscience education and ... The RA will oversee multiple research activities to include recruitment of study participants ...

Research Assistant

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$32K - $45K/yr

Studies in this lab relate to the intersection of cognitive science and geoscience education and ... The RA will oversee multiple research activities to include recruitment of study participants ...

Research Assistant

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$32K - $45K/yr

Studies in this lab relate to the intersection of cognitive science and geoscience education and ... The RA will oversee multiple research activities to include recruitment of study participants ...

The Research Assistant will also conduct literature reviews on AI alignment, deception, and related topics in cognitive science. Additional responsibilities include supporting human subjects research ...

The Research Assistant will also conduct literature reviews on AI alignment, deception, and related topics in cognitive science. Additional responsibilities include supporting human subjects research ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary cognitive science research in the United States is $130,117.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectTemporary Cognitive Science ResearchTemporary Data Analyst
Required CredentialsMaster's or PhD in Cognitive Science, Psychology, or related fieldsBachelor's or Master's in Data Science, Statistics, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, academic institutions, or industry R&D departmentsBusiness offices, analytics firms, or corporate departments
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutes, tech companiesCorporations, consulting firms, finance, healthcare
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Temporary Cognitive Science Research roles focus on understanding mental processes through experiments and studies, often requiring advanced degrees. Temporary Data Analyst positions involve interpreting data to inform business decisions, typically needing a background in data analysis. While both roles involve data handling, their focus, environment, and credentials differ significantly.

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Position Details
Title Postdoctoral Researcher Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Psychological & Brain Sciences Location Bloomington Position Summary
Postdoctoral Researcher - Cognitive Science/Cognitive Neuroscience

Indiana University Bloomington

Departments of Psychological & Brain Sciences 

Position Overview
Dr. Bonnie Nozari's lab has an open position for a postdoctoral fellow to conduct research on projects examining the architecture of the language production system and its interaction with other cognitive systems.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in experimental design and familiarity with computational models of language production. Experience with cognitive neuroscience methods is a plus.
Job Duties
100% - Research
The postdoctoral fellow is expected to spearhead research projects, from conceptualization (in collaboration with the PI) to design, data collection, analysis, and dissemination. Undergraduate research assistants will be available to help in several of these stages. 
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, or a related field by the start date.
- Proficiency in programming, including designing and running online studies
- A record of scholarly productivity, including at least two first-author publications in the past five years
Preferred Qualifications (not required for applying)
- Experience with computational modeling
- Expertise in neuroimaging
Appointment Details
- Anticipated Start Date: Flexible, no later than Fall 2026.
- Salary:  $63,480 + benefits
- Work Schedule: Full-time, on-campus. 
- Initial Appointment: 1 year, with potential for renewal for a second year based on performance and funding
Application Instructions
Interested individuals should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/33191.
Please include:
1. A cover letter describing research interests and fit for the position
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Names and contact information for three references
Applications received by June 1, 2026 will receive full consideration. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Department Contact for Questions: Dr. Bonnie Nozari (bnozari@iu.edu)
Basic Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, or a related field by the start date.
- Proficiency in programming, including designing and running online studies
- A record of scholarly productivity, including at least two first-author publications in the past five years
Department Contact for Questions
Dr. Bonnie Nozari (bnozari@iu.edu)
Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date 06/01/2026 Expected Start Date 08/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101564-2026