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A 581632600research3.21research assistant1.13biology0.84researcher0.79scientist0.6420746127840515000.0097000.76254000.00YEARLY655578922025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Researcher, or Research Officer, supervises research projects to accomplish specific objectives. Their duties include identifying research goals, establishing methods and setting budgets for the organization for which they work.

Researcher Duties and Responsibilities

Researchers often work with a team of other researchers and committees to plan research objectives and test parameters. They also identify research methods, variables, data collection techniques and analysis methods. Researchers monitor the project to make sure it follows the requirements and standards. They interpret the data, produce reports discussing research findings and provide recommendations at the end of the project.

Here are examples of Researcher duties:

  • Determine areas of research to increase knowledge in a particular field.
  • Identify sources of funding, prepare research proposals and submit funding applications.
  • Plan and perform experiments and surveys.
  • Collect, record and analyze data.
  • Interpret data analysis results and draw inferences and conclusions.
  • Present research results to committee.
  • Use research results to write reports, papers and reviews and present findings in journals and conferences.
  • Collaborate with research teams, industry colleagues and government agencies.

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Example 1

  • Position Overview:

Assists in completing es for the Sales Department. Research and answer technical questions for the Sales and Engineering Departments.

Specific Duties:

  • Researches, reads and interprets prints; reviews and assists the Sales department as technical support in processing es.
  • Works collaboratively with the Engineering Department relative to informational support and ensuring the previously researched documentation and necessary referenced material is available for engineering s review when processing orders.
  • Locate record sets, engineering files, manuals, bills of material and blueprints as required to complete es or to answer any questions from other departments or management.
  • Creates marked up drawings with critical dimensional changes for ing purposes.
  • Confer with Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Field Service, Quality and Design staff to determine design modifications for product improvement or suitable replacement in cases of obsolete items.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Critical Job Skills/Competency Expectations:

  • Associate degree in engineering or similar experience in a mechanical/technical field.
  • Two years experience in a manufacturing environment, knowledge of presses preferred.
  • Entry level blue print reading experience preferred.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suites.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus opportunities



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Hastings, MI 49058: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):
  • Blueprint reading experience is paramount for this position. How many years of blueprint reading experience do you Location: In person

Example 2

eCommerce User Experience Researcher

Overview:As a User Experience Researcher for Conn s HomePlus, you ll play an essential role in supporting the vision for the [website] eCommerce experience. We are expanding our eCommerce UX team to create a best-in-class customer experience across all touchpoints of our digital business (search, checkout, finance, customer accounts, order management, product pages, content pages, etc.). We are a retailer and finance company, so the eCommerce challenges require UX thinkers who embrace opportunities to build innovative solutions.

As a UX Researcher for our eCommerce team, you will play an integral role in helping us provide answers to the most challenging questions in the design of our product solutions. You ll help reveal what our customers need from our products by conducting primary research, exploring consumer behavior and motivation, and working closely with Designers, Product Managers and Developers to build new product features. In short, your research outputs will ensure we deliver the highest level of usability, desirability, conversion, and customer satisfaction.

Key Duties & Responsibilities: The User Experience Researcher s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Building quantitative and qualitative research approaches for all product departments.
  • Spearheading the planning and execution of consumer research at every stage of the product s lifecycle.
  • Inspiring change at all stages of product development by delivering engaging presentations about the findings.
  • Collaborating with the UX team and Product team in understanding and defining what would ensure that the user s experience with the product feels intuitive, accessible, inspiring, and easy to use.
  • Ensuring that the consumers needs are properly understood and prioritized in all product departments, and that the research consistently supports product initiatives and KPIs.
  • Promoting research best practices by coaching designers through their own user testing, creating project efficiencies for the UX team
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Experience

  • Bachelor s degree in Cognitive Science, Psychology, Information Science or other related field strongly preferred. Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree on a year-for-year basis
  • 1+ years of UX or product research experience for a B2C site or similar (statistical analysis, qualitative analysis, quantitative analysis, product usability moderating, experimental design, test method selection, etc.)
  • Proven successful experience in the integration of consumer research into a business s product design practice
  • Experience with product usability testing tools such as [website], Google Analytics, Optimal Workshop, Hotjar, etc.
  • Experience with presentation tools such as Power Point, Keynote, etc.
  • Experience with data management tools such as Excel.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with retail or customer-facing financial product sites

Skills & Abilities:

  • Excellent communication skills to be able to relay research methodology concepts and findings to cross-functional partners and leadership teams in a clear, simple, and relatable manner (both written and verbal).
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Able to multi-task and shift priorities, as required
  • Professional in appearance and manner

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Location: In person

Example 3

Position Summary: Federal Data Systems is seeking Vulnerability Researchers to provide engineering and vulnerability research results related to hardware components, software applications, and operating systems. There are multiple levels for this position.

Essential Job Functions:

Level 1:

  • Actively debug software and troubleshoot issues with software crashes and programmatic flow.
  • Ability to develop proof-of-concept exploits against research targets, prototypes, and hands-on demonstrations of vulnerability analysis results.
  • Provide/author and participate in technical presentations on assigned projects.

Level 2: In addition to level 1 Functions

  • Ability to perform source code analysis in an effort to discover software flaws, and provide/author documentation on the impact and severity of the flaw
  • Lead reverse engineering and vulnerability research of hardware components, software applications, and operating systems to determine functionality, code structure, and circuit design.

Level 3: In addition to level 1 & 2 Functions

  • Lead efforts to debug software and troubleshoot issues with software crashes & programmatic flow.
  • Ability to develop robust capabilities (advancements beyond initial proof-of-concept such as version coverage, decreased failure rate, handling edge cases, etc.) against vulnerabilities.
  • Edit/Approve and participate in technical presentations on assigned projects.
  • Subject Matter Expert and Leader of at least one technology area responsible for reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

  • Due to the nature of this position and the information that employees will be required to access, U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI with FS Poly.

Level 1:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field, or minimum two (2) years' experience in computer science, information systems, or network engineering.
  • Minimum two (2) years' experience programming in Assembly, C, C#, C++, Perl, or Python.
  • Minimum two (2) years demonstrated experience in either hardware or software reverse engineering.

Level 2:

  • Meets all qualifications of a CNO Vulnerability Researcher/Analyst I, but has the following increased experience and skill levels.
  • Minimum four (4) years' experience programming in Assembly, C, C#, C++, Perl, or Python for a production environment.
  • Minimum of five (5) years contiguous experience in computer science, information systems, or network engineering; or bachelor s degree in Computer Science or related field plus minimum three (3) years contiguous experience.
  • Minimum four (4) years demonstrated experience in either hardware or software reverse engineering.

Level 3:

  • Meets all qualifications of a CNO Vulnerability Researcher/Analyst II, but has the following increased experience and skill levels.
  • Proven results from participation in vulnerability discovery efforts within the last twelve (12) months.
  • Demonstrated ability to discover multiple previously unknown vulnerabilities (0-day) across multiple versions of similar technologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to discover vulnerabilities.

Working Conditions:Work is typically based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Business work hours are normally set from Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, however some extended or weekend hours may be required. Additional details on the precise hours will be informed to the candidate from the Program Manager/Hiring Manager.

Physical Requirements:

May be required to lift and carry items weighting up to 25 lbs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday.

Background Screening/Check/Investigation:

Successful Completion of a Background Screening/Check/Investigation will be required as a condition of hire.

Benefits:

Federal Data Systems, LLC offers competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, career development opportunities that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include, not all inclusive Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.

Example 4

At Fors Marsh, we combine the power of science and strategy to improve people s lives. Each day, we work with institutions and organizations that seek to disrupt markets, understand and influence behavior, drive action on a national scale, and create positive impact. Our approach extends far beyond our client portfolio—as a certified B Corporation and a 2020 Greenbook Top 50 Market Research Company, we make a difference in our community through corporate-sponsored employee volunteer programs and pro bono partnerships with values-aligned nonprofits. Most importantly, as a 2019-2022 Top Workplace, we are committed to putting people first and foster a culture that reflects that commitment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we celebrate diversity and inclusivity as the foundation of a healthy, successful, and innovative work environment. Join us, and together we can work to ensure a better tomorrow.

Fors Marsh is seeking an experienced, intelligent, and motivated researcher to join our Public Service Recruitment Research department in support of the U.S. Army Marketing and Advertising Program. The researcher s primary responsibilities will include conducting and reporting upon analyses of survey and qualitative data, supporting questionnaire development and background research, and communicating findings in an impactful way to non-technical audiences. This job is best suited for someone that enjoys market research, working collaboratively with team members and clients, that consistently strives to improve, and that wants to use research to make an impact. Successful individuals in this role will thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven and highly collaborative environment. Additionally, comfort with ambiguous and evolving nature of projects is a central component of this role.

Responsibilities include:

  • Contributing to the design, execution, and interpretation of research across a variety of quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
  • Preparing written products including research reports, presentation decks, and other project deliverables summarizing research methods, findings, and implications.
  • Conducting univariate and multivariate analyses to support a variety of research projects.
  • Conducting literature reviews and environmental scans.
  • Contributing to interviews, focus groups, and other methods to collect qualifying data.
  • Analyzing and interpreting results from descriptive and inferential quantitative analyses.
  • Analyzing and interpreting results from qualitative research studies (e.g., thematic analysis, transcript coding).
  • Interacting with project team on a day-to-day basis and work under tight deadlines to fulfill client requests.
  • Balancing roles and responsibilities across multiple concurrent studies and/or tasks.
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor s degree in communication, social science, or related field.
  • Minimum of four years of academic or professional research experience required.
  • Quantitative proficiency and experience working with data in Microsoft Excel and Stata.
  • Experience with quantitative and qualitative study design, data collection, and analysis.
  • Demonstration of strong verbal and written communications skills.
  • Acute attention to detail and high level of organization.
  • Ability to work well with others, as well as independently under minimal supervision
  • Applicants may be subject to a low-level government security investigation and must meet eligibility criteria for access to sensitive information.

*Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working with advertising agencies, marketing firms, or consulting organizations.
  • Military-related research, marketing, or communication experience preferred.
  • Experience with qualitative software (e.g., NVIVO) and/or formal moderation training (e.g., RIVA) a plus.

We Offer:

  • Ability to make an impact on people's lives, both internal and external to the organization.
  • Top-tier health, dental, vision, and long and short-term disability coverage all covered at 100% for employee coverage.
  • Remote work.
  • Our company culture, which values balance and allows each employee to take leave as they require it to balance the responsibilities of both their work and home lives without worrying about depleting their available leave hours.
  • We provide a floating holiday bank so you can celebrate the days you value.
  • Generous matching retirement contributions and no vesting period starting the third month of employment.
  • Dedicated training and development budgets to expand your expertise and grow your skill set.
  • You can volunteer your way with paid time off.
  • You can participate in Fors Marsh staff-led affinity groups.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):
  • How would you describe your level of proficiency with Stata?
  • Do you have experience in a consulting or federal government Location: Remote

Example 5

Social Media Researcher

About FreeCast Inc.

FreeCast, a dynamic media and technology company based in Orlando, FL, is seeking a skilled and motivated Social Media Researcher to join our team on a freelance basis. As a freelance researcher, you will play a vital role in identifying and targeting influential super users on local social media platforms to enhance our brand's presence and engagement within the community.

This is an onsite position only. Please do not apply if you are looking for a remote position.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough research on local social media sites, platforms, and groups to identify super users who have a significant impact on their respective communities.
  • Analyze social media profiles, posts, and interactions to determine the level of influence and engagement of potential super users.
  • Monitor and track super users' activities, trends, and discussions on social media platforms to identify opportunities for brand collaboration or content co-creation.
  • Work independently and manage research projects effectively within given timelines.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor s degree in Marketing, Communications, Sociology, Psychology, or a related field required.
  • Strong interest in social media and a solid understanding of various social media platforms, their functionalities, and their role in community engagement.
  • Excellent research skills, with a willingness to learn.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey research findings.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple research projects simultaneously.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently, while maintaining clear communication with the team.
  • English required; Bilingual a plus!

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by jobholders within this job. However, it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. As a freelance position, payment terms and project durations will be discussed on an individual basis.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Orlando, FL 32822: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
  • Social media marketing: 1 year Location: In person

Example 6

StateScape, an entrepreneurial research firm on the cutting edge of delivering customized online legislative and regulatory information, is conducting a nation-wide search to hire a full-time Researcher/Document Reviewer.

We are looking for an analytical, highly-detailed professional who excels at working independently. The ideal candidate is adept at working in online databases, has a passion for policy research, and enjoys focusing on the details. Demonstrated experience in legislative, regulatory, or legal research or tracking, on Capitol Hill, at a state capital, with a law firm, or at a library is a plus and as is a specialized background in environmental issues.

Completion of a bachelor's degree in any field is a requirement, with education in public policy, law, political science, or library sciences an advantage.

Specific duties of this position include:

  • Online review of legislative, regulatory, and local ordinance documents
  • Categorization of documents based on client preferences
  • Entering and updating regulatory information in our database
  • Researching local and state government-specific policies and procedures
  • Assisting with the development of improved internal research-related processes

The Researcher/Document Reviewer position is full-time, with pay between $50-60k a year (includes overtime which is required during the first four months of the year) commensurate with experience. Additional benefits include subsidized health care, Simple IRA employer contributions, paid holiday/leave, and a casual work environment.

About StateScape

StateScape is a leading provider of online-accessible legislative and regulatory information that businesses require in order to maximize their impact in the marketplace. Over the past 30 years, StateScape has built a diverse client base that includes Fortune 500 companies, trade associations, governmental agencies, and non-profit organizations. Our services include the tracking of state, federal, local and international legislation and regulations, spotting emerging trends and issues, and otherwise supporting our clients in their compliance, government relations and/or lobbying efforts.

Application Instructions

To apply for the Researcher/Document Reviewer position, please complete the job competency evaluation below, and submit a cover letter and resume. The job competency evaluation is an online evaluation which will take you 20-30 minutes to complete.

Resumes will not be considered without completion of the job competency evaluation.

Step 1 - Take the job competency evaluation by pasting the link below into your browser:

[website]

Step 2 - Attached cover letter and resume

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

Experience:
  • Laboratory experience: 1 year Location: Remote

Example 7

Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

A unique opportunity is available to be part of an exciting technological challenge. The Abbas Research Lab ([website]) at the University of Minnesota is looking for a talented Researcher / Scientist in Mass Spectrometry to join the team during summer or fall 2022 to work on two projects related to the use of mass spectrometry and volatile organic compounds for molecular diagnostics.

The candidate must have a PhD degree or a Master's degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, chemical engineering or related fields. Experience in mass spectroscopy (MS) or Proton-Transfer-Reaction Mass Spectroscopy (PTR-MS) and data analysis are required. Additional experience in gas chromatography (GS) and GC-MS are preferred. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Areas of Accountability:

65% - Conducting research related to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) detection and data analysis for biological and medical diagnostics.

15% - Write research reports, manuscripts for publication and invention disclosures, and participate in seminars national and international conferences when needed.

10% - Contribute to research proposal writing.

5% - Provide training and mentorship to graduate and undergraduate students.

5% - Participate in all activities or meetings organized by the lab, or departmental activities where postdoc participation is required.

Required qualifications

Ph.D. or Master's Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related fields.

Experience in Mass Spectroscopy (MS), or proton-transfer-reaction Mass-Spectroscopy (PRT-MS), or GC-MS.

Preferred qualifications:

Excellent oral and written communications skills

Experience in Volatile Organic Compounds detection and analysis

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Saint Paul, MN 55108: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
  • Mass Spectrometry: 1 year (Required)
  • GC-MS: 1 year Location: One location

Example 8

About Core Strategy Partners

Core Strategy Partners is a woman and minority-owned innovative thought leader in employee and customer experience providing insights and strategies for purpose-driven efforts.

What We Do

We help government and organizations transform the way they engage with their employees, customers, and community to improve outcomes, sustain growth, maintain relevancy, and build trust.

Core Values

Empathy | Excellence | Impact | Boldness | Accountability |Joy | Creativity

What You'll Do

Researcher will work with consulting team members to develop research plans and proposals that outline client information study goals, hypotheses, and the methods and tools to be employed. They will lead research and test study design and execution, including the selection and scheduling of research and/or participants prior to commencement of studies. They will conceive and create data visualizations of relevant data, create research reports and develop summaries to improve consulting team understanding and partner with other consultants and facilitators to document stakeholder experience and processes.

  • Develop matrices of customer information to be collected specific to each engagement required to detail current state and reveal pain points
  • Lead the design, methodology determination, planning, and collection of quantitative information in client engagements
  • Capture, segment, normalize, and analyze collected data
  • Design, produce and present data visualizations of raw and analyzed data
  • Partner with other consultants and facilitators to document stakeholder experience and processes in a team environment.

Qualifications
  • Five (5) plus years experience planning and performing discovery activities in CX/EX
  • Minimum five (5) years experience analyzing complex user data, writing research reports and presenting results to leadership/stakeholders
  • Minimum two (2) years experience partnering with UX Designers and Product Owners to bring research findings to life in the form of new or improved solutions
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills (written, verbal, comprehension, and presentation)
  • Comfortable using software such as Qualtrics, Tableau, Mural, Adobe Analytics, ContentSquare, etc.
  • Experience conducting remote data collection
  • Advanced knowledge of statistics and research study design
  • CPE/CUXP/CHFP or UX certification
  • Experience in Design Thinking, Human Centered Design

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: From $25.00 per day

Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:
  • Market research: 5 years (Required)
  • UX: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Market analysis: 5 years Location: Remote

Example 9

StateScape, an entrepreneurial research firm on the cutting edge of delivering customized online legislative and regulatory information, is conducting a nation-wide search to hire a full-time Researcher/Document Reviewer.

We are looking for an analytical, highly-detailed professional who excels at working independently. The ideal candidate is adept at working in online databases, has a passion for policy research, and enjoys focusing on the details. Demonstrated experience in legislative, regulatory, or legal research or tracking, on Capitol Hill, at a state capital, with a law firm, or at a library is a plus and as is a specialized background in environmental issues.

Completion of a bachelor's degree in any field is a requirement, with education in public policy, law, political science, or library sciences an advantage.

Specific duties of this position include:

  • Online review of legislative, regulatory, and local ordinance documents
  • Categorization of documents based on client preferences
  • Entering and updating regulatory information in our database
  • Researching local and state government-specific policies and procedures
  • Assisting with the development of improved internal research-related processes

The Researcher/Document Reviewer position is full-time, with pay between $50-60k a year (includes overtime which is required during the first four months of the year) commensurate with experience. Additional benefits include subsidized health care, Simple IRA employer contributions, paid holiday/leave, and a casual work environment.

About StateScape

StateScape is a leading provider of online-accessible legislative and regulatory information that businesses require in order to maximize their impact in the marketplace. Over the past 30 years, StateScape has built a diverse client base that includes Fortune 500 companies, trade associations, governmental agencies, and non-profit organizations. Our services include the tracking of state, federal, local and international legislation and regulations, spotting emerging trends and issues, and otherwise supporting our clients in their compliance, government relations and/or lobbying efforts.

Application Instructions

To apply for the Researcher/Document Reviewer position, please complete the job competency evaluation below, and submit a cover letter and resume. The job competency evaluation is an online evaluation which will take you 20-30 minutes to complete.

Resumes will not be considered without completion of the job competency evaluation.

Step 1 - Take the job competency evaluation by pasting the link below into your browser:

[website]

Step 2 - Attached cover letter and resume

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

Experience:
  • Laboratory experience: 1 year Location: Remote
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What Does a 581632600research3.21research assistant1.13biology0.84researcher0.79scientist0.6420746127840515000.0097000.76254000.00YEARLY655578922025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Researcher Do?

Researchers typically work for academic institutions or for businesses. Researchers gather data during the project life cycle, analyze the data and publish the findings to aid new research, enrich scholarly literature and improve the decision-making process.

Depending on the employer and responsibilities, Researchers may work in laboratory environments or conduct field surveys for data collection purposes. They need quantitative and qualitative skills, knowledge of data analysis tools and proficiency in statistical applications. Researchers can work in diverse industries including academia, medicine, engineering, health, finance, government laboratories and technology.

Researcher Skills and Qualifications

A successful Researcher candidate will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications needed for duties. The specific skills and educational requirements Researchers need depends on their industry. However, most research roles require postgraduate degrees in their field. Successful Researchers have exceptional problem-solving and investigative skills. They are proficient in multiple data collection and analysis techniques and have an exceptional knowledge of statistical computer applications. They are also excellent communicators and can work effectively within teams.

Here are examples of Researcher skills:

  • Master’s or doctorate degree in the research field
  • Two or more years of teaching experience
  • Proven knowledge of data collection methods
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools and statistical applications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent presentation skills and ability to write doctorate-level research reports for publication in reputable journals
  • Knowledge of project management
  • Ability to work within a team and follow the instructions of senior faculty

Researcher Salary Expectations

A Researcher can earn an average salary of $76,887 per year. The biggest determinant of a Researcher’s earnings includes professional accomplishments such as research publications, awards and teaching experience, the employer, geographical region and industry. The source of funding can affect pay because industries such as defense and tech have more financial strength than organizations that deal with social issues.

Researcher Salary Expectations

2025-10-0115000.0097000.76254000.00YEARLY
  • Common salary: 97000.76 YEARLY
  • Typical salaries range from 15000.00 - 254000.00 YEARLY
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Researcher Education and Training Requirements

People who apply for Researcher positions often need a postgraduate degree in their industry. Many organizations demand a master’s degree for entry-level roles, while some require doctorates and substantial teaching and research experience to consider applicants. Candidates who have worked on similar projects either as a student or research officer assistant may have a higher chance of employment.

The role requires an in-depth understanding of the terminologies used in the industry. Applicants will know how to design and conduct experiments. They will also be comfortable following the instructions of a senior researcher who acts as the project manager.

Researcher Experience Requirements

581632600research3.21research assistant1.13biology0.84researcher0.79scientist0.6420746127840515000.0097000.76254000.00YEARLY655578922025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Researcher candidates will be excellent data collectors and need to have a good knowledge of the data analysis techniques of their discipline. They will know how to interpret data, write reports from their inferences and create actionable recommendations to broaden the scope of knowledge or solve specific research problems. If the research position is in tech, economics or biology, the Researcher requires a high level of quantitative and qualitative research skills. However, social sciences require more qualitative knowledge.

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