115 jobs found in princeton

2022-15607 Department: PPPL NSTX  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time Overview The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory seeks a talented scientist to support modeling and MHD analysis of macroscopic stability in tokamaks. The candidate will work with teammates a variety of projects and in the PPPL Theory and Computational Sciences departments to conduct linear and nonlinear MHD stability analysis, perform equilibrium reconstructions and scaling studies, and to assist in the development and deployment of analysis tools. Physics topics include, but are not limited to the linear stability and nonlinear saturation of ideal and resistive core and edge MHD instabilities. Understanding how these instabilities figure into the global and edge confinement properties of spherical tokamaks, and projecting this understanding to future facilities, including fusion pilot plant designs, will be primary goals. A proud U.S. Department of Energy National...

2023-16309 Department: Center for Digital Humanities  Category: Engineering  Job Type: Full-Time Overview Do you want to advance humanistic research through software?  Are you a humanities researcher who loves to write code to solve problems? Are you a software engineer who wants to tackle research questions? If so, consider applying to join the Center for Digital Humanities (CDH) and Research Computing at Princeton as our new Research Software Engineer (RSE). As RSE, you will be an integral member of a collaborative team that designs and implements high-quality, sustainable software to advance research in the humanities and the data-driven or computational sciences. You will collaborate with faculty, student, and campus partners to help translate research priorities into software needs, including analyzing data, implementing models or simulations, and developing software modules or tools. You will consult with Princeton scholars and recommend...

2023-16309 Department: Center for Digital Humanities  Category: Engineering  Job Type: Full-Time Overview Do you want to advance humanistic research through software?  Are you a humanities researcher who loves to write code to solve problems? Are you a software engineer who wants to tackle research questions? If so, consider applying to join the Center for Digital Humanities (CDH) and Research Computing at Princeton as our new Research Software Engineer (RSE). As RSE, you will be an integral member of a collaborative team that designs and implements high-quality, sustainable software to advance research in the humanities and the data-driven or computational sciences. You will collaborate with faculty, student, and campus partners to help translate research priorities into software needs, including analyzing data, implementing models or simulations, and developing software modules or tools. You will consult with Princeton scholars and recommend...

2023-16795 Department: Chemical and Biological Eng  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time  Name of Lab: Prof. Celeste Nelson Lab  Application Deadline: 4/5/2023 Overview A full-time senior research specialist position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Celeste Nelson in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering. We are a multidisciplinary group of bioengineers, biologists, and biophysicists who use molecular biology approaches, engineered tissue models, and animal models (mice, birds, reptiles) to study development of the lung and mammary gland. The Nelson Group seeks a highly qualified senior research specialist to help study the mechanisms that control organ development. Specifically, our group investigates the physical forces and biochemical signaling that control the pattern and rate of development of branched organs. We are looking for someone with experience in leading research projects, planning and...

2023-16759 Department: PPPL Strategic Relationships  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time Overview The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory seeks to fill a postdoctoral position at PPPL in the Science Education Department. The PPPL Science Education department has a mission of public engagement and workforce development for the US plasma physics and fusion sciences/engineering community. The department leads several programs at a local, national, and international level and for various audiences, including K-12, general public, undergraduate, graduate, and faculty-level. The department contributes to, and often leads, national efforts in public engagement, including the USFusionEnergy.org, the APS-DPP Education and Outreach committee, and the Plasma Network for Engagement and Training (PlasmaNET). It also leads local engagement programs, including the Science on Saturday seminar series (going into its 38th year) and the Young...

2023-16241 Department: Princeton Neuroscience Inst  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time  Name of Lab: Witten Lab Overview The Princeton Neuroscience Institute has a Research Specialist I position available with Professor Ilana Witten. The successful applicant will be energetic and detail-oriented with at least 2 years of experience in a wet lab research setting. Applications should include a cover letter indicating why you would like the job and what you will bring to the lab, a CV, and a list of at least two potential referees. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled. This is a one-year term position with the possibility of renewal based on funding and performance. Responsibilities train mice and rats on operant tasks, perform optogenetic experiments, and histological analysis of brain tissue collaborate with graduate students or postdoctoral research fellows in the lab on various...

2023-16756 Department: Integrative Genomics  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time  Name of Lab: Ayroles Overview The Ayroles laboratory in the Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics at Princeton University seeks applicants for a Senior Research Specialist I position. Our group takes a multi-disciplinary approach to investigate the genetic basis for variation in complex traits addressing broad questions in evolutionary and medical genetics. We work with various Drosophila species as well as humans. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to supervise and carry out large-scale genomics projects and to oversee various lab activities. The Senior Research Specialist will also be responsible for the development and execution of research projects (which can lead to authorship on scientific publications). The ideal candidate is one who seeks professional development as a scientist and is therefore interested in becoming...

2023-16759 Department: PPPL Strategic Relationships  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time Overview The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory seeks to fill a postdoctoral position at PPPL in the Science Education Department. The PPPL Science Education department has a mission of public engagement and workforce development for the US plasma physics and fusion sciences/engineering community. The department leads several programs at a local, national, and international level and for various audiences, including K-12, general public, undergraduate, graduate, and faculty-level. The department contributes to, and often leads, national efforts in public engagement, including the USFusionEnergy.org, the APS-DPP Education and Outreach committee, and the Plasma Network for Engagement and Training (PlasmaNET). It also leads local engagement programs, including the Science on Saturday seminar series (going into its 38th year) and the Young...

2023-16740 Department: Princeton Neuroscience Inst  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time  Name of Lab: Niv Lab Overview The lab of Dr. Yael Niv at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Psychology at Princeton University (nivlab.princeton.edu) is seeking a bright and motivated full-time lab manager/research assistant. Research in the lab focuses on computational modeling of human learning and behavior, computational psychiatry, and model-driven functional imaging experiments of decision making. The position provides an excellent opportunity to develop research skills in computational modeling and experimental analysis, and to learn about the psychology and neuroscience of learning and decision making. The successful applicant will be an energetic, self-directed learner with strong programming abilities and a keen interest in the lab's research. All applications should include a cover letter stating background...

2023-16740 Department: Princeton Neuroscience Inst  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time  Name of Lab: Niv Lab Overview The lab of Dr. Yael Niv at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Psychology at Princeton University (nivlab.princeton.edu) is seeking a bright and motivated full-time lab manager/research assistant. Research in the lab focuses on computational modeling of human learning and behavior, computational psychiatry, and model-driven functional imaging experiments of decision making. The position provides an excellent opportunity to develop research skills in computational modeling and experimental analysis, and to learn about the psychology and neuroscience of learning and decision making. The successful applicant will be an energetic, self-directed learner with strong programming abilities and a keen interest in the lab's research. All applications should include a cover letter stating background...

2023-16709 Department: High Meadows Environmental Ins  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time Overview High Meadows Environmental Institute (HMEI) seeks an energetic individual to provide research assistance to Dr. Ramanan Laxminarayan, Senior Research Scholar.  Responsibilities The Research Associate will provide research support for several different projects related to antimicrobial resistance and vaccination. Research-related tasks will include literature reviews, data cleaning and analysis, and manuscript preparation along with some grant and administrative support.  In addition, the Research Associate will assist with research administration including hiring and managing student workers, reporting to funders, organizing meetings/calls, coordination with finance team.  HMEI seek applicants with backgrounds in global/public health, epidemiology, economics, molecular biology, computer science, and/or natural...

2023-16602 Department: Schl of Public & Int'l Affairs Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time  Overview Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) is looking to hire two full-time pre-doctoral research assistants (Senior Research Specialist). The positions entail close collaboration with professor Pascaline Dupas on research projects related to development economics (e.g., health, education, gender equality, governance). The position involves a variety of tasks that provide excellent preparation for graduate school, such as managing data sets, statistical analysis, design and implementation of surveys, summarizing research findings, and editing research papers. The opportunity to actively participate in fieldwork in a developing country context is also a possibility for the position. Responsibilities In addition to working closely with faculty, senior research specialists participate in the...

2023-16671 Department: Molecular Biology  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time  Name of Lab: Notterman Lab Overview Princeton University’s Department of Molecular Biology seeks applicants for a research specialist position to join a laboratory whose focus of work is DNA polymorphisms and human behavior. The successful candidate will work with the P.I. and other laboratory staff to 1) genotype DNA samples using PCR, real-time PCR, perform gel electrophoresis and related techniques; 2) telomere length measurement; 3) Process incoming DNA samples using qauantitative PCR; 4) assist in general laboratory work.  Responsibilities Specific duties include: performing assays; ordering supplies and routine laboratory assignments under the supervision of the P.I. This position may participate in the selection of procedures and techniques to be used to address new problems. This position will be given projects which will...

2023-16672 Department: Molecular Biology  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time  Name of Lab: Jimah Lab Overview A full-time Research Specialist I/II position is available in the laboratory of Dr. John Jimah at Princeton University. We study the mechanisms of membrane remodeling processes in human cells and malaria parasites. We primarily apply cryo-electron microscopy and tomography to investigate how human and parasite proteins enable cellular processes including endocytosis and the biogenesis of organelles. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a vibrant research program, and Dr. Jimah is a committed to fostering the career development of all members of the research group. This position will be within the Molecular Biology Department, an innovative, vibrant, collegial, collaborative, and excellent research environment. Princeton University is in an idyllic town midway between New York City and...

2023-16675 Department: Psychology  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time Overview The Department of Psychology at Princeton University is seeking a full-time research specialist, under the supervision of Dr. Natalia Vélez. The Vélez Lab studies the individual cognitive capacities and community dynamics that make human collaboration possible. The successful candidate will play an integral role in launching the Vélez Lab and participate in all aspects of the research process. Targeted start date is August 1, 2023. Responsibilities Responsibilities The research specialist will participate in all aspects of a research project and play an essential role in building infrastructure for the lab. Primary responsibilities include: Conducting a study that is of interest to you Developing stimuli and programming experiments Coordinating participant recruitment Maintaining operations of the lab through...

2023-16357 Department: Schl of Public & Int'l Affairs  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time Overview Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) is looking to hire a full-time pre-doctoral research fellow (Senior Research Specialist). The positions entail close collaboration with Professor Saad Gulzar and Professor Tanushree Goyal on research projects related to the political economy of development (for example, cultural change, as well as environmental conservation, political participation, gender, bureaucracy etc.) Responsibilities The position involves a variety of tasks that provide excellent preparation for graduate school or work in a data science career. Work includes tasks such as conducting advanced econometric analysis and preparing results tables, managing large data sets, handling spatial data, applying machine learning algorithms, conducting computationally intensive statistical...

2022-16013 Department: Integrative Genomics Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time Name of Lab: Rabinowitz Overview The Rabinowitz lab seeks a Research Specialist I or II in mass spectrometry to contribute to the operations and research efforts of their ~ 25-member team at Princeton University. The rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. The Rabinowitz lab studies metabolism, with the overarching goal of applying this knowledge to the treatment of human disease (cancer, obesity, aging) and the production of biofuels. The lab is a leader in liquid chromatography mass spectroscopy (LC-MS) and isotope tracing of metabolism.  This position offers a competitive salary plus a comprehensive suite of benefits including health, retirement, and life insurance. This will be a one-year term position, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon continued funding and satisfactory performance. The...

2023-16391 Department: Molecular Biology Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time Name of Lab: Ploss Overview Princeton University's Department of Molecular Biology seeks applicants for a Research Specialist position to join a laboratory focused on studying host responses to human hepatotropic infections, including hepatitis viruses and flaviviruses. The successful candidate will work with the P.I. and members of the lab to design and perform experiments with a particular focus on the analysis of host responses in humanized mouse models. Responsibilities Specific duties include but are not limited to laboratory rodent care and handling; maintaining and breeding of transgenic mouse colonies; rodent survival surgeries; in vivo luminescence imaging; quantification of pathogen load; tissue culture and lab maintenance work. Qualifications A strong background in science and a bachelor's degree is required....

2022-16150 Department: Integrative Genomics Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time Name of Lab: Pritykin Overview The Pritykin lab in the Computer Science Department and the Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics seeks applicants for Research Specialist I / Research Specialist II. The rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. We seek candidates with computational biology, bioinformatics, computer science, machine learning, statistics, data science, applied math and/or other quantitative backgrounds who are enthusiastic about bringing their expertise to addressing fundamental problems in biology and medicine using cutting-edge technologies. The Pritykin lab (http://pritykinlab.princeton.edu) uses applied statistics, machine learning, and efficient algorithms to address fundamental problems in biology and medicine by integrative analysis of multi-dimensional data. We develop and apply computational methods for design...

2023-16576 Department: Research Computing  Category: Information Technology  Job Type: Full-Time Overview Do you have a background in computational research and love to write code? Do you want to enable and advance groundbreaking computational efforts in data and decision sciences? If so, Princeton University's Research Computing department is recruiting a Senior Research Software Engineer to join the fast-growing Research Software Engineering (RSE) Group. In the RSE group, we collectively provide computational research expertise to multiple divisions within the University. As a central team of software experts, we are focused on improving the quality, performance, and sustainability of Princeton’s computational research software. Our group is committed to building collaborative environments in which the best software engineering practices are valued, and to sharing and applying cross-disciplinary computational techniques in new and...