Lead Assistant Research Scientist – Social Observation Lab

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington’s Observing Civic Engagement Lab seeks an Assistant Research Scientist to lead the lab, manage personnel, and conduct original, independent research under a tenured faculty member. The lab uses systematic social observation to study how community organizations operate and influence local community vitality.

The role emphasizes overseeing research projects, budgeting, and grant administration while collaborating with a dynamic research team on Bloomington campus.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field (ABD candidates will not be considered).
• At least one year of successful postdoctoral research experience.
• Familiarity with systematic social observation methodology.
• Experience working in a research lab.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Observing Civic Engagement Lab and personnel.
• Conduct original, independent research under the direction of a tenured faculty member.

Skills

Lab experience

Systematic social observation

Grant writing

Community-engaged research

Project management

Research budgeting

Postdoctoral experience

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington’s Observing Civic Engagement Lab seeks an Assistant Research Scientist to lead the lab, manage personnel, and conduct original, independent research under a tenured faculty member. The lab uses systematic social observation to study how community organizations operate and influence local community vitality.

The role emphasizes overseeing research projects, budgeting, and grant administration while collaborating with a dynamic research team on Bloomington campus.