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Weekend Research Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

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Research Technician

Evansville, IN · On-site

$19/hr

The Research Technician is responsible for supporting the testing needed to develop and formulate new products. He or she also performs testing on new raw materials. The Research Technician may ...

Indiana University

Research Scientist

Bloomington, IN · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Posting Details Position Details Title Research Scientist Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Psychological & Brain Sciences Location Bloomington Position Summary Research ...

Indiana University

Research Analyst

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$51K - $61K/yr

Frump's lab is seeking a research analyst to assist with small rodent ultrasound/echocardiograph assessment of the right heart, animal colony management, and small animal surgery. General ...

LG

Research Technician

Evansville, IN

$19/hr

The Research Technician is responsible for supporting the testing needed to develop and formulate new products. He or she also performs testing on new raw materials. The Research Technician may ...

DaVita

Develop research operations in region by adding additional dialysis units and/or physician clinics ... weekend work may be required) * Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adjust ...

Indiana University

Research Technician

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$17.25 - $23.75/hr

Indiana University (IU) School of Medicine is a national leader in medical research and education. With more than 60 academic departments and specialty divisions across 9 campuses statewide and ...

Indiana University

Research Technician

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$17.25 - $23.75/hr

Supports research operations within the department by preparing and executing rodent-based experiments and performing essential technical components of funded research studies * Coordinates study ...

Elanco

Research Scientist

Indianapolis, IN · Hybrid

Understanding of research and development processes within animal health or pharmaceutical industries. Additional Information: Travel: 10-20% domestic, with potential international travel. Location:

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What is a Weekend Research job?

A Weekend Research job typically involves conducting research tasks during weekends, which can include data collection, literature reviews, experiments, or analysis depending on the field. These roles are often part-time and may be suited for students, professionals seeking extra income, or those unable to work during regular weekday hours. Weekend research positions can be found in academic institutions, private companies, or independent projects. Responsibilities and requirements vary by employer, but attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently are usually important.

What are some common challenges faced by Weekend Research professionals, and how can they effectively manage their workload?

Weekend Research professionals often face the challenge of balancing tight deadlines and limited access to colleagues or resources during non-standard hours. To manage these challenges, it’s important to plan tasks ahead, utilize digital collaboration tools, and communicate clearly with team members about progress and needs before the weekend. Additionally, setting clear objectives and prioritizing tasks can help ensure efficient use of time, allowing for thorough and high-quality research even when support is limited.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Researcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Researcher, you typically need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a relevant academic background or experience in research methods. Familiarity with data analysis tools, online research databases, and citation management systems is often required. Excellent time management, self-motivation, and clear written communication make someone stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are essential for producing accurate, timely, and well-organized research findings, especially within tight weekend deadlines.
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Research Scientist

Indiana University Academic Positions

Bloomington, IN • On-site

$70/hr

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Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Position Details
Title Research Scientist Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Psychological & Brain Sciences Location Bloomington Position Summary
Research Scientist for Indiana University Cognitive Development Lab

The Cognitive Development Lab at Indiana University-Bloomington (PI: Linda Smith) invites applications for a Research Scientist to assist in the creation and analysis of a shareable data set (of already collected data) from nearly 10,000 children ages 15 to 36 months. There is both a scientific premise and a methodological premise underlying the project.
The scientific premise is that developmental changes in visual cognition and early vocabulary development interact, with advances in visual cognition supporting early language learning and also being changed by language learning. The literature indicates multiple causal factors and inflection points that can disrupt this early stage of vocabulary growth- limitations in audition, or vision, in phonological representations, in visual attention, in the composition of early vocabularies, and in the quality and composition of language input.
The methodological premise concerns how to leverage all the data that has been already collected on these issues; experiments with many of the same overlapping measures designed with specific hypotheses in mind. The methodological premise for this project is that given some overlapping measures in the individual data sets and through the use of advanced analytic tools including machine learning and graph theoretics, one can discover multiple developmental pathways in cross-sectional data and the factors that underlie the trajectories of those pathways. These inferred pathways then can be empirically tested in longitudinal studies.
Strong applicants will have quantitative and computational training as well as experience in behavioral science, ideally in development, language, or visual cognition.
The successful applicant will have:
Excellent research track record.
Excellent programming skills.
Experience in computational and statistical methods and analyses including either graph theoretic of machine learning approaches (or both).
A track record of initiative, ability to lead a team (of undergraduates/masters students) and effective teamwork.
Fit of this project with their own career trajectory/goals
PhD in Psychology or related field


How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply at
https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/26344 by submitting a cover letter describing your interests and prior experiences, CV, and contact information for three references. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Application review will start December 1, 2024. Anticipated start date is February 1, 2025. Start date is negotiable.

Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Dr. Linda Smith (smith4@iu.edu).
Basic Qualifications
Excellent research track record.
Excellent programming skills.
Experience in computational and statistical methods and analyses including either graph theoretic of machine learning approaches (or both).
A track record of initiative, ability to lead a team (of undergraduates/masters students) and effective teamwork.
Fit of this project with their own career trajectory/goals
PhD in Psychology or related field
Department Contact for Questions
Dr. Linda Smith (smith4@iu.edu)
Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank $70-75,000, RS3 Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date 12/01/2024 Expected Start Date 02/01/2025 Posting Number IU-101078-2024

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