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Bioinformatics PhDs
Weekday Ai
Remote job
This role is for one of our clients
We are collaborating with leading AI research initiatives focused on applying artificial intelligence to complex scientific challenges in bioinformatics. The goal of this project is to build an advanced benchmark to evaluate AI model performance in executing complete bioinformatics workflows - from raw sequencing data to meaningful analysis, guided by natural language prompts.
This work requires a combination of bioinformatics expertise, tool proficiency, and strong scientific reasoning. Researchers will help design benchmark tasks grounded in real-world, peer-reviewed scientific data.
Requirements
Why You're a Great Fit
You are an ideal candidate if you:
Are a current graduate student (M.S. or Ph.D.), Postdoctoral Fellow, or Research Scientist in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
Have hands-on experience using bioinformatics command-line tools.
Possess exceptional attention to detail, analytical rigor, and problem-solving skills.
Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms.
Role Highlights
Flexible workload: 10-20 hours per week, with the potential to scale up to 40 hours.
Fully remote and asynchronous work schedule.
Short-term engagement: Initial commitment of 1-2 months, with opportunities for extension based on project needs.
Interview process: A brief 15-minute discussion precedes selection, with decisions typically finalized within four days of assessment completion.
Eligibility: Applicants must be based in the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.
Compensation and Legal Details
Type: Hourly contract position
Payment: Weekly via Stripe Connect
Classification: Independent contractor
This is an opportunity to contribute directly to cutting-edge research at the intersection of AI and bioinformatics, shaping the next generation of intelligent scientific systems.
$48k-68k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
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Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term
MSU Careers Details 3.8
Remote job
The Holzhausen Lab in the Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics at Michigan State University is seeking a PostdoctoralScholar to lead analyses of the early life gut microbiome, vertical microbiome transmission, and maternal-infant health. The successful candidate will work with longitudinal multi-omics data including microbial, clinical, and environmental exposure data, to investigate gut microbiome development and its implications for child health. Key responsibilities include designing and conducting rigorous statistical and bioinformatic analyses, developing reproducible workflows, interpreting results, and serving as lead author on scientific manuscripts. The position provides opportunities to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and gain experience in advanced data analytic methods, cutting-edge single- and multi-omics data analysis, study design, manuscript writing, and early-career grant development (e.g., F or K awards). This full-time position is based in Grand Rapids, MI, with a minimum term of one year and the expectation of renewal.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Environmental Health Sciences, or related field
Minimum Requirements
Strong quantitative and statistical skills, including proficiency in at least one programming language (R preferred).
Demonstrated experience analyzing biological, epidemiologic, or microbiome-related datasets using appropriate statistical or computational methods.
Peer-reviewed publication record commensurate with career stage.
Strong scientific writing and communication skills, including experience preparing manuscripts, reports, or presentations.
Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary research team and manage multiple projects concurrently.
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience with omics data pipelines and analysis (e.g., microbiome, metabolome, or other large, complex datasets).
Familiarity with advanced statistical or computational methods (e.g., mixed-effects models, mediation analyses, machine learning, or strain-level microbiome tools).
A publication record demonstrating expertise in microbiome, early life, environmental health, or related scientific domains.
Required Application Materials
For full consideration, please submit the following documents:
A cover letter describing research experience, interests, and fit for the position.
Curriculum vitae (CV).
Contact information for 2-3 professional references (name, position and affiliation, phone number, and email address).
Up to 3 research products (e.g., publications, preprints, abstracts, or other examples of scientific writing).
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
$47k-59k yearly est. 11d ago
Cybersecurity Researcher
Amadeus Search
Remote job
Role: Cybersecurity Researcher Compensation: $175K - $225K + ~0.1% equity Visa: Sponsorship available for all visa types
Company
An early-stage cybersecurity startup (founded 2024) operating in stealth mode. The company has raised $25M in funding and currently employs about 20 people. Backed by top-tier investors, the startup is building advanced security solutions at the intersection of applied research and product development.
Role Overview
This role sits at the cutting edge of cybersecurity R&D. As a Cybersecurity Researcher, you'll combine deep research expertise with hands-on engineering skills to design and implement novel approaches to securing systems and infrastructure. The position blends applied research with practical engineering, giving you a direct impact on shaping new security technologies.
Tech Environment
Primary Language: Python
Focus Areas: Applied research, threat detection, system security, and vulnerability analysis
Role Types: Research Scientist & Applied Research, Security Engineer
Culture & Workstyle
Small, highly technical team (~20 employees)
Flexible work policy (on-site South Bay or fully remote)
High-impact environment with direct contributions to product direction and security innovation
Benefits & Perks
Competitive base salary
Equity (~0.1%)
Visa sponsorship available
Opportunity to own projects end-to-end in a fast-growing startup
Fast Facts
Founded: 2024
Funding: $25M
Team Size: 20
Industry: Cybersecurity
Stage: Stealth, early growth with strong investor backing
$175k-225k yearly 60d+ ago
iOS Vulnerability Researcher (Remote)
Cellebrite DI Ltd. 4.0
Remote job
Cellebrite's (Nasdaq: CLBT) mission is to enable its global customers to protect and save lives by enhancing digital investigations and intelligence gathering to accelerate justice in communities around the world. Cellebrite's AI-powered Digital Investigation Platform enables customers to lawfully access, collect, analyze and share digital evidence in legally sanctioned investigations while preserving data privacy. Thousands of public safety organizations, intelligence agencies and businesses rely on Cellebrite's digital forensic and investigative solutions-available via cloud, on-premises and hybrid deployments-to close cases faster and safeguard communities. To learn more, visit us at ******************* ****************************************** and find us on social media @Cellebrite.
Position Overview:
Cellebrite is looking for talented researchers to join the industry's leading digital intelligence Security Research Labs group. As a security researcher in our team, you will be taking part in leading new projects.
Key responsibilities:
* Research on territories with little-explored vulnerability
* Work on the production of world-unique capabilities to extract evidence from phones and other embedded devices.
* iPhones and other iOS devices present tough challenges from a forensics perspective and involve hardware-backed encryption (SiDP), secure crypto coprocessor (SEP), and secured boot chain (SecureROM).
* New iPhones present state-of-the-art exploit mitigations such as PAC, KTRR, and PPL.
* Become a member of Labs Group, focusing on Security Research for mobile devices.
* Execute your shell code on top-notch technology mobile platforms hardened with challenging mitigations
* Collaborate with a team of passionate researchers dedicated to solving modern digital intelligence challenges, years ahead of others in the industry.
* Take part in world-class research results, assisting law enforcement by enabling lawful evidence extraction, and putting criminals behind bars every day.
Requirements
* Proven vulnerability research experience (preferably in iOS) - Must.
* Experience with advanced exploitation techniques
* ARM reverse engineering - Must.
* Cryptographic primitives and weaknesses.
* Hardware research/board design - Advantage.
* You are a security researcher who cares about the ethical values of your work
* You love the art of engineering and crafting a platform-wide native payload, in a fragmented ecosystem of gaping variance
* You are passionate about technology and keen to use your skills to make the world a safer place.
Personal Characteristics
$62k-117k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Researcher
Zenleads 4.0
Remote job
Apollo.io is the leading go-to-market solution for revenue teams, trusted by over 500,000 companies and millions of users globally, from rapidly growing startups to some of the world's largest enterprises. Founded in 2015, the company is one of the fastest growing companies in SaaS, raising approximately $250 million to date and valued at $1.6 billion. Apollo.io provides sales and marketing teams with easy access to verified contact data for over 210 million B2B contacts and 35 million companies worldwide, along with tools to engage and convert these contacts in one unified platform. By helping revenue professionals find the most accurate contact information and automating the outreach process, Apollo.io turns prospects into customers. Apollo raised a series D in 2023 and is backed by top-tier investors, including Sequoia Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, and more, and counts the former President and COO of Hubspot, JD Sherman, among its board members.
Your Role & Mission
At Apollo.io, we believe that our customers are our greatest advocates and inspiration, and we strive to humanize and build empathetically for their needs. As we scale our product, we are prioritizing improving ease of use, delightfulness, and overall user experience dimensions, and we're looking for a Researcher to play a key role in the upcoming phases of our journey.
As a Researcher, you will be integral to driving forward our customer-centric vision-partnering with stakeholders to run critical research projects while helping to grow our research team alongside our Product & Design orgs.
We're looking for someone who is both genuinely interested in & has the skills to take on ownership of complex projects within a hyper-growth company: a creative thinker who can trailblaze new approaches to interpreting data and drive meaningful impacts to our product & company strategy.
Responsibilities:
Conduct In-depth, Agile Research:
Execute user research activities, including but not limited to foundational research, usability testing, interviews, surveys, and ethnographic studies, to gather valuable insights into user behaviors, needs, and preferences.
Persona and Journey Map Development:
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of user personas and journey maps, helping to establish a user-centric framework for product development.
Iterative Testing and Feedback Loops:
Work within the agile development process to integrate iterative testing and feedback loops, ensuring a user-centered approach throughout the product development life cycle.
Usability Testing:
Plan and facilitate usability testing sessions, including recruitment, script development, and post-session analysis. Communicate findings and recommendations to the broader team.
Data Collection and Analysis:
Collect and analyze user data, synthesizing findings into clear and actionable insights. Work with data sets to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for product improvement.
Documentation and Reporting:
Prepare clear and concise research reports, presentations, and documentation to effectively communicate research findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams:
Engage with product managers, designers, and developers to integrate user research findings into the product development process. Ensure alignment between user needs and business objectives.
Coach and Mentor Researchers:
Help junior researchers grow their skillset by providing feedback on their work, and offering direct mentorship.
Stay Informed on Industry Trends:
Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in UX research. Apply this knowledge to enhance research methodologies and approaches within the startup environment.
Continuous Learning:
Actively pursue professional development opportunities to enhance UX research skills and stay current with industry advancements. Leverage learning to contribute to the growth and success of the startup.
Adaptability and Agility:
Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment by being adaptable and agile. Be ready to pivot quickly based on evolving project requirements and business needs. User Education: Share user insights with the broader team, fostering a culture of user empathy and understanding. Help educate team members on the importance of user research in shaping successful products.
Qualifications
Jack-of-all-research-methods: proficient in a wide variety of mixed methods (1:1 interviews, focus groups, surveys, behavioral analyses, card sorting, tree testing, etc.) and know exactly when & why to rely on different combinations of quantitative and qualitative methods for a research plan. Can get started with minimal guidance.
Pragmatic & highly tactical: grounds research priorities in prioritized objectives that will drive tangible user, customer, and business value.
Growth-oriented: loves the process of developing, and enjoys learning new skills and figuring out the most effective ways for communicating research to stakeholders.
Reflexive and dynamic: knows how to resolve tough issues in an ambiguous space and tailor research methods to the needs of relevant audiences. Knows how to move quickly and efficiently.
Autonomous ownership: independently identifies research opportunities to improve the desirability, usability, and delight of business-critical product experiences and have a sense of pride in your work that takes you above and beyond what is requested.
Proactive strategist: understands the importance of learning from different viewpoints and are able to partner cross-functionally to develop research plans that garner insights from across an entire organization.
Excellent communicator: clear and effective in verbal and written communication, and able to build compelling narratives to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Proven: diverse portfolio of projects clearly demonstrates tackling complex problem areas and the outcomes driven.
Empathetic and kind disposition: a team player who is resilient in the face of challenges. Enjoys collaborating with peers & users, and they enjoy collaborating with them. Authentic, humble, and sensitive to the needs of others.
Tinkerer and experimenter: actively incorporates AI to accelerate analysis, synthesize insights, and automate time-consuming tasks-freeing up more time for deep discovery and strategic thinking; you are comfortable experimenting with prototype development to support your cross-functional partners in going from insights to action effectively
5+ years of mixed methods research experience
The listed Pay Range reflects base salary range, except for sales roles, the range provided is the role's On Target Earnings ("OTE") range, meaning that the range includes both the sales commission/sales bonus targets and annual base salary for the role. This pay range may be inclusive of several career levels at Apollo and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location. Applicants interested in this role and who are not located in the US may request the annual salary range for their location during the interview process.
Additional benefits for this role may include equity; company bonus or sales commissions/bonuses; 401(k) plan; at least 10 paid holidays per year, flex PTO, and parental leave; employee assistance program and wellbeing benefits; global travel coverage; life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance; FSA/HSA and medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Annual Pay Range$123,000-$205,000 USDWe are AI Native
Apollo.io is an AI-native company built on a culture of continuous improvement. We're on the front lines of driving productivity for our customers-and we expect the same mindset from our team. If you're energized by finding smarter, faster ways to get things done using AI and automation, you'll thrive here.
Why You'll Love Working at Apollo
At Apollo, we're driven by a shared mission: to help our customers unlock their full revenue potential. That's why we take extreme ownership of our work, move with focus and urgency, and learn voraciously to stay ahead.
We invest deeply in your growth, ensuring you have the resources, support, and autonomy to own your role and make a real impact. Collaboration is at our core-we're all for one, meaning you'll have a team across departments ready to help you succeed. We encourage bold ideas and courageous action, giving you the freedom to experiment, take smart risks, and drive big wins.
If you're looking for a place where your work matters, where you can push boundaries, and where your career can thrive-Apollo is the place for you.
Learn more here!
$54k-112k yearly est. Auto-Apply 4d ago
Applied Research Lead, Language
Runway Waiters 3.9
Remote job
We are a global AI research and technology company focused on building Universal Simulation systems. The research we are doing and the tools we are building are maturing rapidly and are quickly becoming the foundation for how we will all soon approach making anything. From images to videos, scripted media to documentaries, graphic design to architecture, interactive games to social media, new forms of learning and the future of entertainment itself. Everyone will be empowered to make anything. There will no longer be any barriers to entry.
Our team consists of creative, open minded, caring and ambitious people who are determined to change the world. We aspire to continuously build impossible things and our ability to do so relies on building an incredible team. If you are driven to do the same, we'd love to hear from you.
About the role
*Open to hiring remote across North America and Europe - we also have offices in NYC, San Francisco, Seattle, London, and Tel Aviv
We're looking for a Sr. Applied Research Scientist to lead efforts in building large language models and vision language models that power Runway's research and tools, with a focus on multimodal capabilities and reasoning. This role is for someone who has a strong background building impactful and novel machine learning projects, has strong software engineering skills, and is deeply interested in seeing their research materialize in novel user interfaces for creative tasks.
What you'll need
4+ years of relevant ML engineering or research experience in language models
Very strong programming skills and ability to write clean and maintainable research code
Deep interest in building human-in-the-loop systems for creativity
Passion for seeing research through from initial conception to eventual application
Experience mentoring and teaching other researchers
Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
Runway strives to recruit and retain exceptional talent from diverse backgrounds while ensuring pay equity for our team. Our salary ranges are based on competitive market rates for our size, stage and industry, and salary is just one part of the overall compensation package we provide.
There are many factors that go into salary determinations, including relevant experience, skill level and qualifications assessed during the interview process, and maintaining internal equity with peers on the team. The range shared below is a general expectation for the function as posted, but we are also open to considering candidates who may be more or less experienced than outlined in the job description. In this case, we will communicate any updates in the expected salary range.
Lastly, the provided range is the expected salary for candidates in the U.S. Outside of those regions, there may be a change in the range, which again, will be communicated to candidates.
Salary range: $280,000-$380,000
Working at Runway
Great things come from great teams. We'd love to hear from you.
We're committed to creating a space where our employees can bring their full selves to work and have equal opportunity to succeed. So regardless of race, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, origin, ability, age, veteran status, if joining this mission speaks to you, we encourage you to apply.
More about Runway
Research
Our AI Film Festival
Runway Studios
Our Behaviors and Company Mission
Towards a new media ecosystem with world simulators; $300m Series D funding
We're excited to be recognized as a best place to work Crain's | InHerSight | BuiltIn NYC | INC
$49k-97k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Researcher (Data Linking and Analytics)
Chapin Hall Center for Children 4.0
Remote job
Chapin Hall is seeking an individual to work on a team engaged in empirical, analytical, and conceptual child and family welfare research across state and international child welfare and other social service systems. The Researcher's main contribution to research projects is leading collegial management, linking and transformation of large administrative datasets across systems, planning and executing statistical analysis, and presentation of projects' findings to answer research and policy questions that impact children and families. The individual will lead and participate in discussions regarding study design and methodology; develop and maintain codes, programs, and functions that transform data into analyzable formats and/or that can be utilized for data analysis; and perform statistical modeling of data using SAS, R, Python, SQL/PostgreSQL, Power BI and/or other appropriate analytic and visualization software programs. To support version control and code documentation in a collaborative environment, the Researcher should have experience with GitLab software or its equivalent and in leading this effort across projects. The Researcher will also participate in meetings with external stakeholders where they will present their own and colleagues' work, write sections of research results for funders and publications, and have experience leading technical discussions with client information technology staff and program managers regarding usage and usefulness of client data and present significant findings and advancements at conferences, etc.
Chapin Hall embraces a Work from Anywhere” approach which offers flexible remote work from anywhere in the United States. Chapin Hall also offers in-person opportunities for staff to build: 1) connections, 2) team cohesion and creativity, and 3) a sense of belonging to the organization. All staff are expected to travel to and engage in a minimum of two annual 2-day “All Hall Convenings” featuring shared learning, teamwork, and fellowship. Reasonable accommodations are made for those who require modifications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Using R, Python, SQL/PostgreSQL, Power BI and/or other appropriate analytic software programs, independently converts, merges and assembles large-scale administrative data that often needs to be cleaned for analysis for multiple projects.
Develops and maintains programming code that transforms administrative data into analyzable formats and/or that can be utilized for data analysis, with a strong emphasis on policy-relevant insights, quality assurance, and transparency.
Collaborative coding: automates existing and emerging processes for importing, documenting, integrating, and updating data and collaborates in coding best practices such as code review and version control with experience using Git software or its equivalent and in leading such efforts across projects.
Performs statistical modeling and analyses.
Leads and participates in discussions regarding study design and methods, including developing study objectives, sampling strategies, and data collection procedures to achieve study objectives.
Utilize cutting edge child welfare and data science methods to answer policy-relevant research questions.
Leads technical discussions with client information technology staff to ensure the right use of client administrative data to provide the most value for our clients. Develops, employs, and maintains dashboards and other appropriate data visualization techniques to drive assimilation of findings.
Writes research briefs and reports for funders and/or publications in peer-reviewed journals, and assists with report production activities, including proofing, formatting and creating tables and graphs.
Presents research results to external stakeholders and conferences.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A PhD in data science, biostatistics, computer science, econometrics, statistics, or social science/policy with significant advanced coursework in statistics and programming plus two or more years of applied research experience using child welfare administrative data.
Minimum of two years' applied research experience working with large-scale administrative datasets and data systems in child welfare systems.
Experience in transferring and integrating large-scale child welfare administrative data for applied research and implementation evaluation, including cleaning and diagnosing inconsistencies, resolving inaccuracies, and designing, implementing and managing automated ETL pipelines.
Expertise in child welfare content knowledge, demonstrated through authored peer-reviewed journal articles and conference presentations.
Professional experience with R, Python, SQL/PostgreSQL, Power BI, and/or other appropriate program languages, preferably experience working in a Unix/Linux environment.
Proficiency in advanced statistical methodology, such as multilevel modeling, time series, causal inference, machine learning (ML) in the child welfare context.
Proficiency in collaborative coding, applying best practices including code review and version control, and skilled in using Git to lead and coordinate workflows across projects.
Demonstrate capacity to lead research study design and oversee research projects from inception to dissemination in collaboration with internal teams and external clients, while mentoring junior staff through skill development and professional guidance.
Ability to translate and convey complex concepts and study findings in oral, written and visualized communications; prepare written sections of interim and final reports and contributed to peer-reviewed publications, translating research insights into actionable recommendations for both academic and practitioner audiences.
Synthesize literature to inform research study design and contextualize findings.
Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative while managing multiple tasks concurrently.
Strong attention to detail with good organization and communication skills.
Demonstrated judgment and discretion in the handling of sensitive information.
MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
Must be able to operate a computer extensively for four (4) or more hours per day.
Must be able to travel locally and out of state occasionally.
Pre-employment background checks are required for all Chapin Hall positions. Chapin Hall approaches background checks with respect and fairness, ensuring that every applicant is given equitable review and opportunity. Chapin Hall's background check process complies with Section 2-103.1 of the Illinois Human Rights Act. Accordingly, a conviction will only be considered disqualifying if it has a substantial relationship to the job, or if hiring the individual would pose an unreasonable risk to workplace safety. If you have any questions, please reach out to *****************************.
Formal expressions of interest are accepted online only. A cover letter, resume, writing sample, and reference contact information are required to be considered for this position.
Individuals in need of reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact Human Resources by calling **************, or by sending an email to *************************. Chapin Hall is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that values and actively seeks diversity in its workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, citizenship status, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, status as an individual with disability, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Per U.S. Department of Labor regulations, Chapin Hall offers visa sponsorship in limited instances for hard-to-fill specialty occupation roles. If you have questions about visa sponsorship at Chapin Hall, please reach out to *****************************
Regarding the salary range
Chapin Hall adheres to a competitive market-aligned salary structure for all its administrative, policy, and research roles. Starting salaries within posted ranges are determined by the Chapin Hall Human Resources Department using a consistent, rigorous, and equitable review process.
Benefits
Chapin Hall provides a strong benefits program that addresses the diverse needs of our staff. The Chapin Hall Benefits Program offers competitive and comprehensive benefit options that allow you to design your own plan, to balance individual needs with affordability and support long-term financial stability for staff and their family. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, sick time, parental leave and retirement options. For more information on our benefits visit our Chapin Hall Website.
$42k-83k yearly est. Easy Apply 6d ago
DeFi Researcher
Gauntlet
Remote job
Gauntlet leads the field in quantitative research and optimization of DeFi economics. We manage market risk, optimize growth, and ensure economic safety for protocols facilitating most spot trading, borrowing, and lending activity across all of DeFi, protecting and optimizing the largest protocols and networks in the industry. We build institutional-grade vaults for decentralized finance, delivering risk-adjusted onchain yields for capital at scale. Designed by the most vigilant, quantitative minds in crypto and informed by years of research. As of April 2025, Gauntlet manages risk and incentives covering over $42 billion in customer TVL.
Gauntlet continually publishes cutting-edge research that informs our risk models, alerts, and analysis, and is among the most cited institution - including academic institutions - in terms of peer-reviewed papers addressing DeFi as a subject. We're a Series B company with around 75 employees, operating remote-first with a home base in New York City.
Our mission is to drive adoption and understanding in the financial systems of the future. The unique challenges of decentralized systems call for innovative approaches in mechanism design, smart contract development, and financial product utilization. Gauntlet leads in advancing this knowledge, ensuring safe progression through the evolving landscape of financial innovation.
About Applied Research
The Applied Research Organization at Gauntlet seeks to answer DeFi's hardest questions. We provide deep quantitative expertise to top DeFi protocols and ecosystems, including Uniswap, Near, and Movement, on how they can grow, optimize, and de-risk mechanisms within their various systems. Unlike other product-oriented teams at Gauntlet, the Applied Research team provides white-glove solutions and services to top protocols and clients within the Web3, DeFi space.
The Role
We seek to expand our research team to lead client-facing engagements under the Applied Research organization. This role is client-facing and requires direct interaction between the researcher and the client (often top leaders/thinkers in the industry).We are hiring at all levels, from Junior to Lead, based on experience and ability. Junior Researchers are expected to perform high-quality and publishable research on behalf of various clients with direction and guidance from more senior researchers. In contrast, Lead researchers will be expected to support the roadmap and deliverables of multiple clients whilst upholding the quality bar for a team of more junior researchers. This role requires deep expertise in blockchain analytics, quantitative research, and statistical modeling, strong leadership skills to drive data-driven decision-making, and strong communication skills with the ability to interface directly with clients.Responsibilities
Perform in-depth mechanism design and research to develop the next generation of DeFi mechanisms and patterns.
Own client success through the development of research roadmaps and managing the team responsible for executing these roadmaps at a high-quality bar.
Develop predictive models, statistical analyses, and machine learning algorithms to extract blockchain and market data insights.
Work with large-scale structured and unstructured datasets, ensuring data integrity and efficient processing.
Publish research reports and insights on blockchain data trends, protocol performance, and economic models.
Attend international conferences to present Gauntlet's research to the larger DeFi and Web3 community
Qualifications
1-10+ years of experience in research, data science, or mechanism design.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to operate in a client-facing role.
Deep understanding of DeFi and crypto topics through professional work or personal interest and experience.
Bonus Points
Contribute to the forefront of DeFi economic understanding and optimization.
Work on projects that value deep research, quality, and practical outcomes.
Collaborate with a team committed to defining future financial systems.
Master's or Ph.D. in Quantitative fields like Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Physics, or similar fields is a plus.
Benefits and Perks
Remote first - work from anywhere in the US & CAN!
Competitive packages with the added opportunity for incentive-based compensation
Regular in-person company retreats and cross-country "office visit" perk
100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees
Laptop provided
$1,000 WFH stipend upon joining
$100 per month reimbursement for fitness-related expenses
Monthly reimbursement for home internet, phone, and cellular data
Unlimited vacation policy
100% paid parental leave of 12 weeks
Fertility benefits
Please note at this time our hiring is reserved for potential employees who are able to work within the contiguous United States and Canada. Should you need alternative accommodations, please note that in your application.
The national pay range for this role is $165,000 - $205,000 base plus additional On Target Earnings potential by level and equity in the company. Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for a company of our size and industry, and are one part of many compensation, benefits and other reward opportunities we provide. Individual pay rate decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skill set, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company.
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$49k-90k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
College Admissions Researcher
Empowerly
Remote job
Empowerly (Empowerly.com) is an education technology company that personalizes college and career counseling, with a mission to empower students to become the most successful version of themselves. We help students discover their passions and get accepted to their top choice colleges and internships.
We provide data-driven education technology, start up and research internship programs, and personalized counseling led by former college Admission Officers. We are a rapidly growing, mission-driven, and venture-backed company. It takes a unified team committed to our core values to achieve this goal - collaboration, data driven and empowerment - and a fast-moving team committed to serving the needs of families.
Empowerly raised $12 million from investors, including Goodwater Capital, FJ Labs, Scrum Ventures, Translink Capital, Azure Capital Partners, and Spero Ventures.
Our leadership team has employees from Teach for America, FaceBook, Palo Alto Networks, PayPal, and a mix of Seed, A, B, C, Private and Publicly Traded companies leadership experience. Empowerly's co-founders, Hanmei and Changxiao, were also named in Forbes 30 Under 30 class of 2022.
About the RoleCollege Admissions Researchers search through both our in-house database and the internet in order to assemble personalized sets of data to answer college admissions-related questions asked by our Empowerly students, parents, and counselors.Responsibilities
Conduct research regarding college admissions as well as high school extracurricular opportunities; presenting personalized findings in a clear and comprehensive manner to each family.
Analyze data from a variety of sources to compile neat, well thought-out advice for each high school family.
Work collaboratively with the Research Manager, Empowerly families and counselors to routinely deliver thorough sets of findings.
Update the team's collective spreadsheets with each request in order to maintain a collaborative, up-to-date resource for the benefit of the whole team.
Requirements
Familiarity with the U.S. education and college admissions system
Excellent command of the English language
Capable of working independently in a virtual environment- including the ability to self-supervise quality and routine 72 hour deadlines
Willingness to take the adequate time (~0.5 - 2.0 hours) to research each family's request, and, if necessary, think adaptively in order to find and present alternative opportunities
Strong command of G-Suite, or, a willingness to be taught G-Suite so as to be capable of meeting client expectations
Willingness to be responsive via email and Slack
$49k-90k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Threat Researcher (AI)
Wiz
Remote job
Come join the company that is reinventing cloud security and empowering businesses to thrive in the cloud. As the fastest-growing startup ever, Wiz is on a mission to help organizations secure cloud environments that will accelerate their businesses. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven track record of success and a culture that values world-class talent.
Our Wizards from over 20 countries work together to protect the infrastructure of our hundreds of customers, including over 50% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We're the leading player in a massive and growing market, but it's still early enough for you to make a significant impact. At Wiz, you'll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our record growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow the best companies to move faster.
SUMMARY
We're looking for a talented Threat Researcher (AI) to join our team and play a critical role in Wiz's foundational, risk-driven approach to cloud security. This role requires deep technical research into complex cloud- and AI-native environments to identify the most significant, unaddressed risks.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Conduct deep technical research to discover and report novel risks and attack vectors specific to modern cloud and AI-native architectures and systems.
Discover and articulate the highest unaddressed risk areas, working with Product and Engineering teams to translate research into product capabilities.
Define necessary foundational product capabilities by delivering both compelling proofs of risk (demonstrating impact) and technical POCs (showing how to solve it).
Work closely with Product and Engineering teams to ensure comprehensive risk coverage and support the investigation of new and complex product scope.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
5+ years of hands-on experience in security or security research, specifically relevant to modern cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, etc.).
Strong hands-on skills with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Go) for automation and research, as well as query languages (e.g., KQL, SQL) for efficient data analysis of security telemetry.
Proven ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and drive complex, multi-quarter research projects from initial concept through to clear, delivered impact.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of successfully collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g Product, Engineering, Marketing) to achieve shared goals.
ADVANTAGE
Specialized knowledge or research experience in AI security, focusing on risks to AI as deployed in the enterprise.
Experience in public-facing work, such as presenting at recognized industry conferences, authoring technical blog posts, or publishing research.
Experience conducting data-driven research and working with large-scale security telemetry to derive statistically significant or high-impact findings.
Benefits
Wiz offers a competitive package of benefits and programs to support you and your family. Below provides a description of our current benefits for employees in the US. Specific benefits may vary by location.
Health & Welfare Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Home Office Setup reimbursement
Flexible Spending Accounts
Monthly Connectivity reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Financial Benefits
Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
Life & Accident Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with employer match)
Time Off
Flexible paid time off + 11 paid holidays
Paid leave programs, including parental, pregnancy health, medical and bereavement leave
Compensation
Starting compensation will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's job-related experience, skills and geographic location. Your Talent Partner can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
This role is eligible to participate in Wiz's equity plan and may also include incentive compensation.
The annual base salary range for this full-time position is listed below.
US Base Pay Range$160,000-$220,000 USD
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.
Wiz is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Wiz will process your personal data in accordance with Wiz's Privacy Policy.
$49k-90k yearly est. Auto-Apply 25d ago
Web Browser Researcher
Fingerprint
Remote job
Fingerprint empowers developers to stop online fraud at the source.
We work on turning radical new ideas in the fraud detection space into reality. Our products are developer-focused and our clients range from solo developers to publicly traded companies. We are a globally dispersed, 100% remote company with a strong open-source focus. Our flagship open-source project is FingerprintJS (20K stars on GitHub).
We have raised $77M and are backed by Craft Ventures (previously invested in Tesla, Facebook, Airbnb ), Nexus Venture Partners (previously invested in Postman, Apollo.io, MinIO, Druva) and Uncorrelated Ventures (previously invested in Redis, Rollbar & Gradle).
We have noticed a rise in recruiting impersonations across the industry, where scammers attempt to access candidates' personal and financial information through fake interviews and offers. All Fingerprint recruiting email communications will always come from ******************** domain. Any outreach claiming to be from Fingerprint via other sources should be ignored.
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and inquisitive Web Browser Researcher to enhance the accuracy and stability of Fingerprint's core products, including device identification and bot detection. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about JavaScript, Web APIs, and web security concepts, with a strong background in reverse engineering and browser automation.
Responsibilities:
Conduct in-depth research on innovative techniques for device identification and bot detection in modern web browsers.
Explore and analyze existing browser technologies to identify new detection opportunities.
Develop research tools to validate hypotheses and enhance detection capabilities.
Document and share valuable insights regarding web platform security, automation techniques, and browser mechanics with the team.
Take ownership of research initiatives, demonstrating autonomy in ambiguous and evolving environments.
Drive the full research lifecycle-from ideation to validation-before handing off implementation to the dedicated engineering team.
Must-Have Skills:
Strong understanding of web platform technologies, web security, and networking fundamentals.
Proficiency in JavaScript and familiarity with browser internals.
Hands-on experience with reverse engineering JavaScript, including deobfuscation and bot automation techniques.
Solid grasp of internet security, privacy mechanisms, and detection evasion strategies.
Proven ability to conduct independent, complex research and present findings effectively.
High level of personal ownership, autonomy, and initiative.
Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).
Preferred Qualifications:
Expertise in bot detection techniques and countering advanced evasion strategies.
Proven contributions to Chromium, Firefox, or WebKit bug trackers.
Open-source contributions related to web security, bot detection, or browser technologies.
Familiarity with backend development, particularly in Golang (Go).
Our Tech Stack:
Frontend: TypeScript
Backend: Golang
Infrastructure: AWS (Elastic Beanstalk, DynamoDB)
As a Web Browser Researcher at Fingerprint, you will work on cutting-edge technology, directly influencing the evolution of our core products. We foster an environment of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, and we're eager to welcome a dynamic and self-motivated researcher to our team.
If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of web platform research, we encourage you to apply today!
We have noticed a rise in recruiting impersonations across the industry, where scammers attempt to access candidates' personal and financial information through fake interviews and offers. All Fingerprint recruiting email communications will always come from ******************** domain. Any outreach claiming to be from Fingerprint via other sources should be ignored.
Offers vary depending on, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, certifications/licenses, skills, training, and market conditions.
Due to regulatory and security reasons, there's a small number of countries where we cannot have Fingerprint teammates based. Additionally, because Fingerprint is an all-remote company and people can join our workforce from almost any country, we do not sponsor visas. Fingerprint teammates need to be authorized to work from their home location.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment for everyone. We embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to our workplace. Fingerprint strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront in helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace. We highly encourage people from underrepresented groups in tech to apply.
If you are applying as a resident of California, please read our CCPA notice here
If you are applying as a resident of the EU, please read our GDPR notice here
$49k-90k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Cryptocurrency Quant Researcher
Quanta Search
Remote job
A rapidly growing proprietary trading firm is in immediate need of a Senior Quant Researcher to join its team. You'll have the opportunity to gain a ton of visibility from senior stakeholders, as you'll be working closely with C-Suite professionals to help ensure that the firms's research efforts are second-to-none.
Responsibilities:
Spearhead the firm's quant research efforts
Collaborate with and manage a team of quants
Perform hands-on quant research and large scale data analysis of the crypto markets
Complete full-cycle research projects
Requirements:
10+ years of experience in traditional quant finance
Experience in risk-management functions
Strong understanding of the digital assets market
Impeccable programming skills
Problem-solving mindset and entrepreneurial spirit
The role can sit in Chicago, NYC, HK or London. Fully remote is possible in the US and/or Europe
Thank you for illuminating hiring with Quanta Search!
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$44k-81k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Forestry - Research Technician
Sierra Pacific Industries 4.7
Remote job
Wages range from $19.50 to $21.50 per hour Qualified Research Technicians help to maintain Sierra Pacific Industries' long-term water quality, microclimate, road inventory, sediment, and erosion programs. Research and Monitoring Program staff are required to be familiar with, and adhere to, the Research and Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Project Plan, all standard operating procedures, and any additional departmental procedural documents. Staff must follow all Research and Monitoring Program guidelines, requirements, standards, documentation practices, and quality assurance/quality control procedures throughout the life of all projects. This position provides an excellent opportunity to support various ongoing peer-reviewed research projects throughout Sierra Pacific Industries' California timberlands.
The Research Technician will use ATVs, 4x4 vehicles, and foot access to perform a variety of tasks with the Research and Monitoring Crew in Sierra Pacific Industries' forests. Applicants must be willing to work in remote areas both as part of a group and independently.
Qualifications
* College-level coursework in hydrology, geology, geography, geomorphology, or Forestry, Natural Resources, or related program of study is preferred
* Possess valid driver's license and have ability to drive on hazardous mountain roads
* Safely use ATVs in remote areas - will be required to load ATVs into trucks or tow an ATV on a trailer to the field with a four-wheel drive vehicle provided by Sierra Pacific Industries
* Ability to safely work in streams, riparian areas, remote forest road networks, and hike and navigate alone in remote steep mountainous regions using map, compass, and GPS
Compensation includes competitive hourly wage and housing allowance for qualifying individuals.
How to Apply
Apply online at: spi-ind.com/internships
Applicants must provide a cover letter and resume when submitting application.
Applications Close: February 16th 2026
Interviews will be ongoing as applications are received.
Positions may be filled prior to deadline.
Employment Period: MAY/JUNE - AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2026 (flexible start & end dates)
Celebrate our 300th million seedling planted with us!
spi-ind.com/OurForests/ThreeHundredMillion
Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
About Our Company
Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art facilities and others strive to become part of the team.
We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands. This milestone was decades in the making, reflecting our commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests not just for today, but for generations to come.
Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn't turned into hand-crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our eight biomass-fueled power plants.
We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us.
What does it mean to be part of the Sierra Pacific family? It means you are a valued team member and part of a growing, fourth-generation family-owned, forest products company built on hard work, innovation, and wise investments.
With around 6,500 crew members in over 30 states, Sierra Pacific offers many opportunities for personal and professional growth; from entry-level to skilled trades, from truck drivers to sales managers, from foresters to engineers - for everyone! We invite you to learn more about our history, our 2.4 million acres of forestlands, and our state-of-the-art wood product and window manufacturing facilities at ************************
As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We are also proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our tobacco-free policy. Sierra Pacific adheres to E-verify to verify the social security number of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodation to complete the application process, please call ************ or write to Sierra Pacific Industries at PO Box 496011, Redding, CA 96049.
$19.5-21.5 hourly 11d ago
General Postdoctoral Researcher (Masters/PhDs)
Labelbox 4.3
Remote job
General Postdoctoral Researcher - $90/hr Remote - Alignerr - Location: RemoteAbout the job At Alignerr, we partner with the world's leading AI research teams and labs to build and train cutting-edge AI models.Organization: Alignerr Position: General Postdoctoral Researcher (Masters/PhDs) Type: Hourly Contract Compensation: $75-$90 /hour Location: Remote Commitment: 10-40 hours/week Role Responsibilities (Training support will be provided)- Develop, solve, and review advanced problems across various academic and professional domains with real-world relevance. - Apply high-level research expertise to design complex problem statements that challenge and improve AI reasoning. - Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and domain experts to enhance AI model performance. - Ensure academic rigor, clarity, and depth across all deliverables.Requirements- Master's or PhD in a STEM or highly technical field from a top U.S. university (or equivalent). - Strong track record of research, publications, or complex project management. - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail. - Fluent in English and currently based in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, U.K., or Australia.Preferred:- Prior experience with data annotation, data quality, or evaluation systems- Experience coding in Python, R, or other research-oriented languages. Application Process (Takes 15-20 min)- Submit your resume - Complete a short screening - Project matching and onboarding
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
$44k-63k yearly est. Auto-Apply 30d ago
Postdoctoral Scholar Research
Description This
Remote job
Organizational Unit: The USF Health College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges at the University of South Florida and one of four that make up USF Health. As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community-Engaged institution-
reflecting its commitment to excellence in education, research, and service.
Nationally recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves more than 2,000 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year. For the fourth consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has been ranked No. 1 among Florida's public universities by U.S. News & World Report-rising to No. 23 in the nation in 2025.
As an integral part of USF Health, the College of Nursing is guided by a mission grounded in excellence, innovation, and respect. We are dedicated to educating future nurses, advancing nursing science, and applying evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes and community well-being.
Description:
The College of Nursing at the University of South Florida (USF) enthusiastically invites applicants for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position. Successful applicants will be outstanding scholars from diverse backgrounds who desire a career in academic public health, with a focus on chronic disease prevention and management in clinic- and community-based settings, and whose work aligns with improving health outcomes, community-based participatory research, and stakeholder engagement to tailor evidence-based interventions in diverse settings.
The position is full-time and benefits-eligible. The selected scholar will be involved in robust mentoring and work closely with an interdisciplinary faculty in the College of Nursing. The Scholar will have access to institutional and college resources, guidance from faculty mentors and access to workshops and seminars that foster research excellence. Additionally, the college offers career development opportunities, pilot grant awards, and networking opportunities.
Application Instructions:
1. A cover letter addressing interest in the position. USF is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment. Applicant's cover letter must explain how they will further this goal. The letter also should address the applicant's research interests within and outside of USF.
2. A curriculum vitae (CV).
3. A recent, scholarly writing sample (e.g., dissertation chapter, published peer-reviewed article on which you are the sole or primary author).
4. Three reference letters (letters may be uploaded as attachments to your application or may be emailed to Ranjita Misra (******************** ).
Doctoral degree from an accredited institution and appropriate experience and training within a selected area of specialization. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Postdoctoral Fellow.
The successful candidate must have completed PhD or equivalent in public health or related areas, a focus on chronic diseases and/or behavioral interventions, ability to work independently as well as work with a multidisciplinary team, excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and experience with statistical and data management software, within the past 5 years - no earlier than August 15, 2020, and no later than August 15, 2025.
The primary expectations for the PostdoctoralScholar will be to collaborate on efforts to improve chronic disease prevention and management in community-based intervention studies and work closely with the primary mentor Dr. Ranjita Misra in the College of Nursing. Her research is focused on improving health outcomes related to diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular diseases, planning and stakeholder engagement to tailor evidence-based interventions using community-based participatory approach in public health. The researcher will work primarily on chronic disease prevention and management, joining a multidisciplinary team of collaborators spanning expertise in chronic disease epidemiology, biostatistics, lifestyle medicine, mental health, and clinical biomarkers. Under the guidance of the faculty member, the successful applicant will apply their expertise to the design, implementation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of intervention data to support both clinic- and community based clinical and randomized control trials. Pending successful completion of the hiring process and appropriate background checks, the researcher will be given the opportunity to collaborate on a wide range of projects depending on their expertise and interest. Potential projects include leveraging available datasets to evaluate local, state and national-level behavioral, psychosocial and clinical biomarkers, with particular attention to prevention and chronic disease self-care and patient-provider communications. Methodologically, projects are anticipated to benefit from novel approaches to identification, triangulation, or experimental designs.
$42k-63k yearly est. Auto-Apply 59d ago
Postdoctoral Research Scientist - Industry Medical Device R&D
Levisonics
Remote job
About Us: We are a dynamic and innovative medical device startup developing a point-of-care blood coagulation testing device. Our fast-growing team is passionate about transforming diagnostic testing and improving patient care. As a small, mission-driven company, we offer a collaborative environment where team members can take ownership, contribute meaningfully, and grow with us. We're looking for versatile, motivated individuals who are excited to be part of an early-stage team and make a real-world impact.
Job Summary:
We're seeking a Postdoctoral Research Scientist with a strong background in coagulation, diagnostics, and experimental research to join our core R&D team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of next-generation diagnostic technology in a hands-on, high-growth startup environment. The ideal candidate will bring deep scientific knowledge, creativity in study design, strong data analysis skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
You'll play a critical role in shaping and executing research projects, designing and running experiments, interpreting data, identifying grant opportunities, and contributing to scientific writing for grant proposals and publications. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves solving hard problems, and is excited about translating scientific insight into life-changing technology.
Startup Environment:
Operating in a fast-paced startup, we value innovation, adaptability, and proactive mindsets. Ideal team members thrive under pressure, manage multiple projects, and adapt as company needs evolve. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the medical device industry and are excited to tackle challenges head-on.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement research plans using Levisonics' proprietary diagnostic prototypes to investigate blood coagulation dynamics.
Design and execute experimental studies, including study planning, hypothesis generation, and experimental protocol development.
Conduct literature reviews to support experimental design, regulatory documentation, and ongoing product development.
Optimize protocols for accuracy, reproducibility, and compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.
Acquire and analyze research data using statistical and bioinformatics tools; identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
Visualize and interpret data to generate actionable insights and guide prototype improvements.
Collaborate closely with internal engineers, external clinicians, and research partners to align scientific and technical goals.
Identify and evaluate relevant grant opportunities (e.g., NIH, NSF, DoD) and contribute significantly to the preparation of competitive grant applications, including Specific Aims, Research Strategy, and biosketches.
Communicate research outcomes clearly through reports, internal presentations, publications, and regulatory materials.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of prototype functionality and experimental capabilities.
Support cross-functional needs and take on ad-hoc tasks typical of a startup environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Medical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related field.
Strong independent R&D experience, ideally in coagulation, hematology, trauma, or diagnostic technologies.
Proven ability to design, execute, and interpret experiments.
Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools (Python, R, MATLAB, GraphPad, etc.).
Strong scientific writing and literature review skills.
Experience in identifying and writing grant applications.
Prior experience with diagnostic or point-of-care device development is a plus.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Generous paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Potential to receive stock options
Opportunities for growth within the company
Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options
Dynamic and innovative startup environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the medical device industry
$52k-75k yearly est. Auto-Apply 4d ago
Travel Product Researcher & Content Curator
Destination Knot
Remote job
Job Title: Travel Product Researcher & Content CuratorLocation: Remote About the PositionWe're looking for a Travel Product Researcher to help identify new destinations, tours, and travel partners for our growing database of offerings. You'll also assist in curating engaging travel content to inspire future clients.Responsibilities:
Research trending destinations, boutique hotels, and unique experiences.
Evaluate tours, attractions, and providers for quality and fit.
Write brief destination guides, blog posts, and trip inspiration content.
Update internal product catalog and assist with itinerary templates.
Work closely with travel advisors to match new options to client requests.
Who You Are:
Passionate about global travel and discovery.
Skilled in online research and organizing large sets of information.
Strong writing and editing skills.
Experience in travel, content marketing, or tourism a plus.
What We Offer:
Remote work with part-time flexibility.
Opportunities for growth into product development or marketing roles.
Travel industry perks and team collaboration.
The Forensic Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship at Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System is offered through the Forensic Neuropsychiatry division of the Tulane Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. The goal of the fellowship is to enhance and broaden the fellow's forensic assessment skills. Under supervision, fellows will conduct forensic evaluations at an inpatient forensic hospital (Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System - ELMHS) and in private cases. Fellows will perform a wide variety of forensic mental health assessments with forensic patients, incarcerated individuals, as well as those in the community.
A wide range of evaluations are requested at the ELMHS forensic state hospital and include: competency to stand trial (CST) evaluations, evaluations for malingering, psychodiagnostic clarification, intellectual and cognitive evaluations, and violence risk evaluations. Evaluees are justice-involved individuals who have been adjudicated not guilty by reason of insanity (NGRI) or deemed incompetent to stand trial by the court. Fellows will be responsible for selecting, administering, scoring, and interpreting psychological tests with the goal of writing high-quality integrated forensic reports.
Additional forensic assessment opportunities are available through conducting private evaluations in person in the greater New Orleans area and as a remote evaluator. The scope of evaluation questions are broad and come from referrals from attorneys, courts, and medico-legal professionals. Typical forensic cases will encompass both criminal and civil areas, although the majority of referrals are for criminal evaluations. Referrals include competency to stand trial evaluations, violence risk assessments, mitigation/resentencing evaluations, and trauma and PTSD evaluations in both federal and state court. A large portion of case referrals are for criminal responsibility evaluations.
Fellows will also have the opportunity to participate in administrative and clinical meetings, conduct forensic research, and when possible, supervise other trainees under the umbrella supervision of a licensed psychologist. Fellows will attend forensic training seminars and scheduled didactics, including landmark case seminars and expert witness seminars. The forensic fellow is responsible for leading the ACGME-required Forensic Journal Club/Research Seminar. Participation in the annual mock trial conducted jointly with the Tulane Law Clinic and the Tulane Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship is expected. Additionally, opportunities to observe a board-certified psychologist testify and receive supervision on report writing for court and discussion of expert witness skills is a frequent activity.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
* Completion of a Psy.D. or Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in forensic psychology at an APA-accredited program by the start of the fellowship.
* Completion of an APA-accredited internship with an emphasis on forensic psychology by the start of the fellowship.
* Eligibility for state or provincial licensure or certification for the independent practice of psychology by the start of the fellowship.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES TYPICALLY NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB SUCCESSFULLY:
1. Ability to use and interpret forensic psychological assessment instruments and the ability to obtain relevant data through third-party data gathering and a comprehensive forensic interview.
2. Ability to integrate results and formulate interpretations consistent with data, relevant to the conclusions related to the legal question.
3. Excellent forensic report-writing skills, including the ability to write an accurate, comprehensive, and defensible integrated forensic report focused on the referral/psycholegal issue.
4. Experience in reviewing and summarizing case records.
5. Excellent time management, organizational, and self-management skills, including the ability to self-manage remote work.
6. Ability and willingness to travel/commute when required.
7. Excellent communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to work in high-stress situations.
8. Working knowledge of, and practice consistent with, the Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychologists and the APA's Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct for Psychologists.
9. Ability to initiate and manage forensic research projects and perform empirical literature searches.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Strength in assessment, particularly knowledge and experience with administering and interpreting forensic assessment instruments.
2. Interest and ability to provide expert testimony in a clear, articulate manner, consistent with ethical and practice guidelines.
3. Eligibility for board certification in Forensic Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) at the conclusion of the fellowship.
4. Interest in conducting forensic research.
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.
$22k-34k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Researcher
Zack D Films
Remote job
Job description💡About Zack D. Films
Zack D. Films is a fast-growing 3D animation company producing viral short-form videos for an audience of 40M+. We're known for engaging, visually compelling viral content - and we're looking for a detail-oriented team member to help us verify facts and ensure accuracy across our stories.
🎬 Position Overview
As a Researcher, you'll be the guardian of truth behind our viral short-form videos. You'll review scripts, research key details, and confirm the accuracy of facts, stats, and stories before they reach millions of viewers. Working closely with our writing and editorial team, you'll make sure every piece of content is both captivating and reliable.
🔍 Key Responsibilities
Verify the accuracy of facts, statistics, and claims within scripts.
Cross-reference information using reputable sources and databases.
Flag inaccuracies, missing context, or misleading phrasing.
Collaborate with writers, animators, and producers to ensure accuracy without sacrificing storytelling.
Maintain an internal research workflow and knowledge base.
Stay updated on current events, science, history, and viral trends.
✅ What We're Looking For
Sharp research skills and a strong eye for detail.
Ability to distinguish between reliable sources and low-quality information.
Strong written communication skills to provide clear, actionable research notes.
Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.
Familiarity with AI tools (like ChatGPT) for research assistance - paired with a passion for true accuracy.
💡 You'll Love This Role If…
You're a naturally curious person who just has to know how things work.
You get genuine satisfaction from digging deep to find the truth - whether it's a historical fact, a quirky scientific detail, or the answer to a viral internet mystery.
You see researching not as a box-ticking exercise, but as a way to protect integrity and fuel storytelling.
You'd happily spend time chasing down sources just because you
need
to know.
You light up at the idea of being the one who makes sure millions of people get the right story.
❌ What We're Not Looking For
Surface-level Googling without verifying credibility.
Researchers who overcomplicate notes instead of giving clear, actionable feedback.
People who need chasing to meet deadlines.
Overly rigid “academic” research that slows down fast-paced production.
📤 Why Join Us?
Be part of a creative force reaching millions daily.
Play a critical role in ensuring our videos are both viral
and
credible.
Gain exposure to fast-paced digital media production.
Work remotely with flexibility and freedom.
Grow with a company scaling rapidly across platforms.
💰Compensation
This is a contract-based, hourly role. Compensation will be negotiated based on your experience.
Job requirements
Proven ability to research with accuracy and efficiency.
Familiarity with evaluating sources and spotting misinformation.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple scripts under tight deadlines.
Collaborative mindset with a willingness to work closely with writers and editors.
Passion for digital media, storytelling, and accuracy in viral content.
📋 How To Apply
You MUST complete the test project for your application to be reviewed.
The Test Details:
💰 Pay: This test is unpaid, but if approved, you'll be considered for a paid test.
⏰ Deadline: No hard deadline - but we recommend submitting sooner rather than later.
🧠 The Test:
We'll provide you with two sample scripts. Your task is to:
Research each script.
Provide citations for your corrections/confirmations.
Suggest any rewrites needed for clarity or accuracy.
👉 You can check out our Shorts channel here for reference:
📺 Zack D. Films Shorts
FAQs
1. Do I have to complete the test to be considered for the role?
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Employment Type: Contract Business Unit: Pre-Pivotal DP Synthetic Enabling Technology Duration: 1+ year Rate: $20-22/Hr 3 Key Consulting is hiring an Associate Scientist for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company.
Job Title: Project Manager - REMOTE - (JP9268)
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. (100% REMOTE)
Employment Type: Contract
Business Unit: Medical Device Supply and Raw Materials
Duration: 1+ years (with likely extensions)
Notes:
Posting Date: 10/14/2021
3 Key Consulting is hiring a Project Manager for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company.
Job Description:
In this laboratory-based on-site position, you will work within a cutting-edge solid-state chemistry team to support drug development. You will perform several functions and work across Process Development sites as you use solid state characterization tools to derive knowledge that will help drive efficient development and scalable understanding of processes and products in client's small molecule pipeline.
The ideal candidate would possess:
Proficiency in solid state characterization techniques, such powder X-ray diffraction, particle analysis by laser diffraction, thermal analysis (TGA/DSC), optical microscopy, surface area measurement.
Attention to detail, adaptability to new techniques and multiple tasks, ability to solve problem and meet deadlines, and effectiveness to work independently and as a team member.
Strong computer skills in instrumentation and data processing in a client-server environment.
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills.
Why is the Position Open?
Planned project.
Top Must-Have Skill Sets:
Experience with solid state characterization techniques. 1-2 years experience
Strong knowledge in physical and organic chemistry. Bachelors degree in chemistry or chemical engineering
Good verbal and written communication skills
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Perform solid state characterization measurements and analyses.
Design and conduct experiments for form screening and form characterization analysis by following instructions and guidance from project representatives.
Interpret data, maintain timely documentation (i.e. electronic notebooks), and contribute to technical reports and presentations in a cross-functional team environment.
Participate in lab housekeeping, maintain lab equipment and supplies, and comply with lab safety guidelines.
May work occasionally on flexible schedule, i.e. starting early morning or finishing late evening, depending on the project need
Basic Qualifications:
B.S. with degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Pharmaceutical Science or related scientific background experience. Pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience preferred, but not required.
Demonstrated knowledge of various solid-state characterization techniques such as XRPD, TGA, DSC, particle size, microscopy, surface area, DVS, etc.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Employee Value Proposition:
Candidate would be interfacing with many function areas. Candidate would have a great connection to the pharm development. This is a great hands-on experience and position.
Red Flags:
No background in physical science
No hands on experience with web chemistry labs
Interview process:
Phone screening followed by in-person interview.
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