Research Associate Jobs in Indiana
Research Associate jobs in Indiana are open across Indianapolis, Notre Dame, and Bloomington and other Indiana metros, with employers like Indiana University, University of Notre Dame, and Eli Lilly hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Post Doc Research Associate
Req Id: 42630
City: West Lafayette
Job Summary
Postdoctoral position: Machine Learning for Drug Discovery
Discover causes and cures for disease through research in the Carpenter–Shen laboratory!
Want to devote your expertise in data science to accelerate the pace at which new medicines are found? Our lab develops and applies methods to extract quantitative information from high-throughput biological images.
We seek a postdoctoral researcher to join our efforts to glean insights from large collections of images. There is much more information present in microscopy images than is commonly perceived by eye. We harvest this information, developing novel methods to characterize cellular populations at single-cell resolution. This work has the potential to transform how both the targets and therapies for disease are identified.
We aim to revolutionize the process of drug discovery in several projects, including:
- Identify the function of unknown genes and predict mutation impact, for personalized medicine
- Repurpose existing drugs to new diseases
- Identify potential therapies for bipolar disorder and psychosis, based on cell morphology changes
- Predict and classify toxicity of compounds destined for clinical trials or agrochemical use
- Develop multimodal alignment methods to link image profiles to find drug-gene matches
- Design AI agent systems to let biologists query, retrieve, and reason over large-scale image databases
We are also open to your ideas that align well with our interests and expertise!
About us: Our mission is to make biological discoveries by developing advanced methods to quantify and mine the rich information in images. We work as a collaborative team making discoveries to influence patient treatment. Our lab offers a professional, conscientious environment passionate about driving scientific progress.
Our lab pioneered Cell Painting, a leading image-based profiling assay used worldwide to quantify biological processes. Our open-source CellProfiler software, cited in over 23,000 papers, has enabled discoveries leading to several clinical trials, including two successful in cancer so far. We also launched a major Cell Painting consortium with ten pharmaceutical companies to produce the largest public Cell Painting dataset. Through OASIS, we created the largest public dataset combining Cell Painting, transcriptomics, and proteomics for toxicity assessment. In VISTA, we aim to systematically and scalably uncover disease phenotypes and drugs that can reverse them for disease caused by coding variants.
Please express interest by applying and submitting your CV and a personalized cover letter.
Education
- Ph.D. required in a computational field (Data Science, Computer Science, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Cheminformatics, or related) with data science experience in biomedical domains.
Experience
- Expertise analyzing large-scale and/or high-dimensional biological data is highly desired.
- Outstanding integrity, initiative, organizational & collaborative ability, and communication skills.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posting Start Date: 6/10/26
Job Title: Post Doc Research Associate
Req Id: 42630
City: West Lafayette
Job Summary
Postdoctoral position: Machine Learning for Drug Discovery
Discover causes and cures for disease through research in the Carpenter–Shen laboratory!
Want to devote your expertise in data science to accelerate the pace at which new medicines are found? Our lab develops and applies methods to extract quantitative information from high-throughput biological images.
We seek a postdoctoral researcher to join our efforts to glean insights from large collections of images. There is much more information present in microscopy images than is commonly perceived by eye. We harvest this information, developing novel methods to characterize cellular populations at single-cell resolution. This work has the potential to transform how both the targets and therapies for disease are identified.
We aim to revolutionize the process of drug discovery in several projects, including:
- Identify the function of unknown genes and predict mutation impact, for personalized medicine
- Repurpose existing drugs to new diseases
- Identify potential therapies for bipolar disorder and psychosis, based on cell morphology changes
- Predict and classify toxicity of compounds destined for clinical trials or agrochemical use
- Develop multimodal alignment methods to link image profiles to find drug-gene matches
- Design AI agent systems to let biologists query, retrieve, and reason over large-scale image databases
We are also open to your ideas that align well with our interests and expertise!
About us: Our mission is to make biological discoveries by developing advanced methods to quantify and mine the rich information in images. We work as a collaborative team making discoveries to influence patient treatment. Our lab offers a professional, conscientious environment passionate about driving scientific progress.
Our lab pioneered Cell Painting, a leading image-based profiling assay used worldwide to quantify biological processes. Our open-source CellProfiler software, cited in over 23,000 papers, has enabled discoveries leading to several clinical trials, including two successful in cancer so far. We also launched a major Cell Painting consortium with ten pharmaceutical companies to produce the largest public Cell Painting dataset. Through OASIS, we created the largest public dataset combining Cell Painting, transcriptomics, and proteomics for toxicity assessment. In VISTA, we aim to systematically and scalably uncover disease phenotypes and drugs that can reverse them for disease caused by coding variants.
Please express interest by applying and submitting your CV and a personalized cover letter.
Education
- Ph.D. required in a computational field (Data Science, Computer Science, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Cheminformatics, or related) with data science experience in biomedical domains.
Experience
- Expertise analyzing large-scale and/or high-dimensional biological data is highly desired.
- Outstanding integrity, initiative, organizational & collaborative ability, and communication skills.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posting Start Date: 6/10/26
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Research Associate Job Market in Indiana
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Who's Hiring
- Indiana University8
- University of Notre Dame4
- Eli Lilly3
- Purdue University3
- Bureau Veritas2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education15
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals14
- Medical Devices4
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research associate jobs across Indiana.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant scientific or social science field
- Experience with statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, R, or Stata
- Familiarity with IRB protocols, informed consent procedures, and research ethics
- Proficiency in data collection, entry, and quality control processes
- Strong written communication skills for reports, manuscripts, or grant summaries
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures and maintain accurate laboratory or study records
Research Associate Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How many research associate jobs are there in Indiana?
There are 37+ research associate openings in Indiana on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Indianapolis, Notre Dame, and Bloomington. New positions post regularly as employers across Indiana hire.
Which Indiana cities have the most research associate jobs?
Indianapolis, Notre Dame, and Bloomington have the most research associate openings in Indiana right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire research associates in Indiana?
Employers hiring research associates in Indiana include Indiana University, University of Notre Dame, and Eli Lilly, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote research associate jobs in Indiana?
Yes. About 8% of research associate openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Indiana metros.
How do I apply for research associate jobs in Indiana?
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