Skip to main content

Research Engineering Learning Path

🚧 This learning path is in beta! We're continuously improving our content based on community feedback. Have suggestions, found outdated resources, or want to contribute?

  • Discord: Join our community discussions at https://discord.gg/Zp4ZMvBJxY
  • GitHub: Open an issue or submit a pull request to our repository
  • Feedback: Help us make this path even better for future learners!

Welcome to Research Engineering - the intersection of cutting-edge research and practical implementation. This field bridges the gap between academic research and real-world applications, making you a valuable contributor to innovation across any industry.

What is Research Engineering?​

Research Engineering combines:

  • Scientific methodology with practical implementation skills
  • Academic research with industry applications
  • Experimental design with production-ready systems
  • Open science with collaborative development

Research engineers work at the forefront of technology, turning breakthrough research into working prototypes and scalable solutions.

Why Research Engineering?​

High-Impact Career Path​

  • Work on cutting-edge problems that shape the future
  • Bridge the gap between research and real-world applications
  • Contribute to open science and democratized research
  • Build solutions that advance entire fields of study

Versatile Skill Set​

  • Applicable across all industries (AI/ML, biotech, fintech, etc.)
  • Combines technical depth with research methodology
  • Valuable in both academic and industry settings
  • Enables independent research and innovation

Growing Demand​

  • Tech companies increasingly need research engineers
  • Startups require rapid research-to-product capabilities
  • Academic institutions value industry collaboration
  • Open research initiatives need technical contributors

Prerequisites​

  • Programming experience (Python recommended)
  • Mathematical foundation (statistics, basic calculus)
  • Scientific curiosity and analytical mindset
  • Willingness to learn complex technical concepts

Don't have all prerequisites? You can learn as you go - research engineering teaches you to acquire knowledge systematically.

Complete Learning Path at Average Joes Lab​

This comprehensive learning path is provided by our research community at Average Joes Lab:

🚀 Complete Research Engineering Learning Path →​

What you'll find at Average Joes Lab:

4-Phase Structured Curriculum (16 weeks)​

  • Phase 1: Research Foundations - Scientific method, literature review, experimental design
  • Phase 2: Technical Skills - Programming for research, version control, reproducible workflows
  • Phase 3: Research Practice - Original research projects, systematic experimentation
  • Phase 4: Community Contribution - Publishing, mentoring, collaborative research

Hands-On Learning Approach​

  • Real research projects from day one
  • Paper reproduction to learn methodology
  • Original research with community support
  • Research engineering flywheel - continuous innovation cycle

Complete Template Repository​

  • Research Engineering Starter Template - Organized structure for all 4 phases
  • Best practices for research documentation
  • Version control for research projects
  • Links to all learning resources

Active Research Community​

  • Discord community for real-time collaboration
  • Mentorship program with experienced researchers
  • Monthly research meetups and discussions
  • Collaborative projects with global impact
  • Open source focus - all research is transparent

Why Average Joes Lab for Research Engineering?​

Democratized Research​

  • No gatekeeping based on credentials or institutional affiliation
  • Learn from practitioners and community experts
  • Contribute to meaningful research from day one
  • Open and accessible to all backgrounds

Practical Focus​

  • Learn by doing real research, not just theory
  • Build a portfolio of actual research contributions
  • Develop skills that translate directly to career opportunities
  • Experience the complete research-to-implementation pipeline

Community-Driven​

  • Collaborate with fellow citizen researchers worldwide
  • Get mentorship from experienced research engineers
  • Participate in real research projects with global impact
  • Share knowledge and learn from diverse perspectives

Career Opportunities​

Research Engineering opens doors to:

  • Research Scientist at major tech companies
  • Applied Research Engineer in industry R&D
  • Research & Development Lead at innovative organizations
  • Independent Researcher in citizen science initiatives
  • Research Consultant for emerging technologies
  • Academic Research Collaborator bridging industry and academia

Get Started Today​

Immediate Next Steps:​

  1. 📚 Start the Complete Learning Path - Comprehensive 16-week curriculum
  2. 🚀 Fork the Starter Template - Get organized project structure
  3. 💬 Join the Discord Community - Connect with fellow researchers
  4. 🔬 Explore Ongoing Projects - Find collaboration opportunities

Choose Your Research Journey:​

  • Beginner: Start with literature review and paper reproduction
  • Intermediate: Jump into original research with community support
  • Advanced: Lead collaborative projects and mentor others

Ready to contribute to the future of research?

🚀 Begin Your Research Engineering Journey at Average Joes Lab →

"Research is not just for academics. Every curious mind can contribute to human knowledge."