Interest in Military Psychology? Don't miss these upcoming workshops!

DC Psychological Association
Applications in Military Psychology and Mind/Body Approaches for Psychological Interventions
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H Street NW
Washington, DC 20001

Applications in Military Psychology: 3 Hours of CE
This workshop is designed for Mental Health Professionals interested in providing psychological services to members of the military (both active duty and veterans) and their families. Workshop participants will acquire knowledge in three segments: 1) recognizing and treating combat-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in military personnel; 2) recognizing and treating combat-related Traumatic Brain Injury in military personnel; and 3) your choice of various application of military psychology in a small break out group. At the conclusion of the workshop, participants will be better able to diagnose and select appropriate treatments for military personnel with PTSD and TBI and a better understanding of practicing military psychology.

Mind/Body Approaches for Psychological Interventions
This workshop is designed for Mental Health Professionals interested in learning how to use mind/body techniques for professional self-care as well as for the care of their clients. Workshop participants will acquire knowledge in: 1) recognizing and treating combat-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in military personnel; 2) yoga and other energization techniques for professional self-care. Recognizing and treating combat-related Traumatic Brain Injury in military personnel; and 3) your choice of various application of military psychology in a small break out group. The second half of the workshop will feature a panel discussion of different mind/body interventions that practitioners can use with their clients (i.e. meditation, diaphragmatic breathing). At the conclusion of the workshop, participants will be better able to identify and implement quick, effective, stress-reducing techniques for themselves as well as for their clients.

 For more information and either of these workshops and to register go to www.dcpsychology.org

Apply for a Spring 2013 U.S. Department of State Internship!

Applications are now available for the U.S. Department of State's Spring 2013 Student Internship Program.

Click here (http://careers.state.gov/students/programs) to read more about the Student Internship Program, and to start the Gateway to State online application process. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is July 02, 2012.

To be eligible for this program, you must:
Be a U.S. citizen
Be a full- or part-time continuing college or university junior, or graduate student (including graduating seniors intending to go on to graduate school).
Have good academic standing
Successfully complete a background investigation
Be able to receive and maintain either a Secret or Top Secret clearance.

Please read the entire vacancy announcement carefully for all qualifications and requirements.

You can also visit our Student Programs forum (http://careers.state.gov/engage/forums/student-programs) to post questions or read discussions about this program.

Research participants needed for CASL Study!

The University of Maryland Center for Advanced Study of Language (CASL) invites students at the University of Maryland, College Park to participate in a 2011-2012 study examining people’s descriptions of how they behave with different types of people. Participants will be asked a series of questions while researchers record their brain activity using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI).

Research participants must be 18 to 35 years of age, be native speakers of English, have normal or corrected-to-normal vision, be right-handed, and been born and raised in the United States. Research participants should NOT have any: metal implants or other metal that cannot be removed (including permanent retainers), personal history of neurological and psychological disorders, learning disabilities, or possibility of pregnancy.

Compensation: $20 per hour for up to approximately 2.5 hours
Location: Maryland Neuroimaging Center.

For more information and to register, please email CPneuro@casl.umd.edu with “CP” in the subject line.

Congratulations to the 2012 PSYC Terp Graduates!

On behalf of the entire Department, we want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to each and every one of our students that graduated with bachelors, masters and doctorates today.  This graduating class represents the finest young professionals and scholars that the world has to offer, and we couldn't be more proud to send them forward... no longer as students, but now as alumni.

Led by Dr. Thomas S. Wallsten, Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology, the ceremony was fantastic, and truly captured the excitement of the occasion.  Dr. Wallsten opened the ceremony with an address about the breadth of psychology and the importance of the field.

No matter what paths you,
our graduates, follow, your
education here has provided
a strong foundation.

In his closing remarks at the end of the ceremony, Dr. Wallsten encouraged all the graduates to stay in touch with the Department, and to like us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/umdpsyc) and to follow us on Twitter (www.twitter.com/umdpsyc).

Brandon Bowers, who was selected as this year's Student Commencement Speaker, delivered a wonderful speech about what drew him to major in psychology and what, in his eyes, make psychology majors unique.

We're curious about
others because we strive
to understand the why in
human behavior so that we
can better the live of others,
and of ourselves as well.

Brandon was also presented with the Department of Psychology's Award for Excellence in Student leadership for his dedication to enhancing the opportunities and achievements of his fellow PSYC Terps.

Dr. Harold Koplewicz honored the Department of Psychology as this year's keynote speaker.  Dr. Koplewicz, who earned his bachelors of science in psychology from the University of Maryland ('73) and went on to earn his M.D. from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, is now one of the nation’s leading child and adolescent psychiatrists and one of our most accomplished alumni.  He emphasized the importance of stepping outside of your comfort zone to grow and advance and reassured the graduates that learning to move beyond their setbacks is what will lead them towards success.

My advice is not that
you become a child
psychiatrist, although
you should be all means,
but that you remain open
to the opportunities that
surround you every day
as you step into the future.

His success and his contribution to the lives of countless children is an inspiration to all and evidence of the profound potential of our graduates.

After presenting each of the undergraduates with their degrees, Dr. Scott Roberts, Director of Undergraduate Studies for the Department, offered a brief address in which he stressed that we learn not for the sake of school, but for life, and that we must always pay tribute to those that build the foundation for our own success.

Continue to learn, seek
the opportunities to help
others learn, and do it
because the quality of our
shared lives depends on it.

Thank you to all of the students, faculty, staff and guests that attended and participated in the commencent ceremony, and congratulations again to all of our graduates.  Go PSYC Terps!

Lab Manager position with Penn State's Cognitive and Social Development Lab!

The Penn State CSD lab, directed by Lynn Liben http://psych.la.psu.edu/LibenCSDlab/ seeks a full-time Lab Manager to start in summer 2012. The Lab Manager will coordinate and contribute to research activities of the Cognitive and Social Development (CSD) lab which involves research on cognitive and social development and on educational interventions (e.g., studies of children’s spatial concepts and map use; gender differences and stereotypes; parent-child interactions during play). Studies involve video observation of interactions, classroom tests, or interviews at the lab or off site (e.g., at schools or museums).

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include activities related to data collection, coding, management, and analysis; preparation of research materials; scheduling and supervision of undergraduate students and participants; preparation and organization of material for human subjects review; participant recruitment via schools, families, or other settings; preparation of graphics and other reports; and, ideally, Website management.
Qualifications:The job requires an Associate’s degree or higher plus one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Bachelor’s degree in psychology or human development preferred).

Experience should include research experience (in a lab or for an undergraduate thesis) working with children, parents, and schools; the ability to work independently; keen attention to detail; excellent communication and interpersonal skills required. Skills in SPSS, Word, and Excel are essential; programming or familiarity with one or more other packages (e.g., Illustrator, Survey Monkey, GIS) is advantageous. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year with possibility of re-funding.

How to Apply:To apply please upload a cover letter describing research experiences and relevant skills, career goals, and perceived fit with the CSD lab and a current resume or c. v. at the following website: http://psu.jobs/Search/Opportunities.html for job #36685.

In addition, please e-mail inquiries and an unofficial college transcript; and names and contact information of two or three references (faculty/research supervisors) who can comment on the candidate's academic and research experience and skills to Dr. Lynn S. Liben, liben@psu.edu. (It would be helpful to send your cover letter and c.v. to liben@psu.edu as well as posting it to the HR website.) Please use “Lab Mgr Position” followed by your last name in the e-mail subject line. We will begin reviewing applications on June 1, 2012 and will continue until the job is filled.

Great entry level position for recent PSYC grad!

Case Worker, Entry Level (Full-Time)- Careers4Terps ID 61648           
Advocate Support Services Baltimore, Maryland                   

This is a great opportunity to really make a difference in people's lives, and to work with a group of professionals who love what we do. This is a Full-Time Position (40 hours per week), with an anticipated caseload of 25-30 clients.

Benefits: (after 90 days)

Opportunity for a monthly bonus
Health Insurance (2 plans to choose from, company contributes a portion)
Mobile Phone (provided for work use only)

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in psychiatric rehabilitation, psychology, sociology, or other human services field
Valid Maryland driver's license
Proof of auto insurance
Current CPR Certification (or ability to secure it within 90 days of hire)
Computer, with access to high speed Internet
Ability to pass a criminal background check

Log in to your C4T account (http://www.careers.umd.edu/) and paste the ID number in the “Search” box to learn more.

Volunteer Research Assistant positions with the Maryland ADHD program!

The Maryland ADHD Program is looking to fill undergraduate research assistant positions for Summer 2012 through Summer 2013. Students who are committed, highly motivated, interested in a supervised research experience, and are looking to attend graduate school should apply.

The benfits of being a Maryland ADHD Research Assistant include the following:

• Gain experience in conducting child clinical psychology research
• Receive career and graduate school guidance
• Learn about current child behavioral research
• Earn course credit
• Secure a letter of recommendation

To learn more about this research assistant position and how to apply please contact Sharon Thomas at srthomas@umd.edu

Study infants in the CAT Lab at Penn State!

The Cognition, Affect, and Temperament Laboratory at Penn State University, headed by Dr. Koraly Pérez-Edgar, seeks a full-time research assistant.

Start date is flexible, although early summer is highly desirable.

Study Description: The skills learned through this experience will be useful for those who intend to go to graduate school in psychology, neuroscience, or human development. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on funded studies investigating the role individual differences in attention may shape socioemotional functioning in infancy. This study will involve working with infants and families, and will focus on assessing attention using eye-tracking technology and temperament through laboratory protocols. In other current studies, the lab is incorporating cognitive, behavioral, and neural correlates attention mechanisms. Multiple methods of inquiry include fMRI, electrophysiology (EEG & ERP), direct behavioral observation, and questionnaires. This work will take advantage of the University’s broad resources, including the Child Study Center (http://csc.psych.psu.edu/) and the SLEIC Center (http://www.imaging.psu.edu/).

 Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for: Recruiting and maintaining contact with the infants’ families; Collecting, processing, and analyzing behavioral and eye-tracking data; Aiding in human subject protocols, consent forms, and annual IRB approval; General lab management duties.

Qualifications: An associate’s degree or higher, bachelor’s degree preferred in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field plus one or more years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in a lab that conducts eye-tracking studies will be considered a strong plus. Research experience with infants is highly desirable. The successful candidate will have strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and a willingness to learn and develop additional computer skills related to data management and preparation of data for analysis. Experience processing eye-tracking data using relevant software programs, programming experimental tasks (e.g., using E-prime, Presentation), statistical analysis (SPSS, SAS) is also highly desired.

How to Apply: Please highlight relevant skills in your cover letter. To apply, please send a cover letter of interest, a CV, and a list of 2 or 3 references (and their contact information) to catlabPSU@gmail.com. Please note your last name and “RA Position” in the subject line. Review of the applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with experience. This is a fixed term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with an excellent possibility of re-funding for a second year.

Learn about the I/O Psychology field as a IPMA-HR Intern!

IPMA-HR’s Assessment Department is looking for an Undergraduate Psychology major, interested in Industrial Organizational Psychology, attending a Washington DC area University. They will help keep current Assessment Products updated as well as help with the development of future projects for the Summer 2012 term (there is the possibility of the internship being extended). The intern will work 20 hours weekly with the in-house I/O Psychologist and the rest of the Assessment team to ensure the quality and delivery of all projects. IPMA-HR hopes to expose the intern to a variety of assessment topics, ensuring this is a mutually benefitting experience.

Duties and Responsibilities Online article and database research, & documentation review
Assist with writing project proposals, reports and presentations
Coordinate data collection, database management, and technical development activities as necessary
Creation of marketing documentation for assessment products and services
Communicate verbally and virtually with customers
Manage and assist with other administrative projects as necessary

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Capable of working on multiple objectives in a fast paced environment
Excellent oral/written ability and interpersonal skills
Advanced knowledge of Word and Excel
Ability to attend to details in all work produced

Requirements Currently enrolled in a DC area Undergraduate University
Majoring in Psychology
Taken Introduction to I/O Psychology or equivalent, with a grade of B or better

NOTE: We will coordinate with your school’s department in order to allow you to receive internship credits.

Application Instructions  Please email the following to Andrey Pabkov (apankov@ipma-hr.org) with the Subject Line "Assessment Intern 2012."
Resume – Listing your job experience, current undergraduate GPA, as well as a list of all Psychology classes taken
Cover letter – please specify your interest in Industrial Organization Psychology 

All applications are due by May 20, 2012 but will be reviewed on a rolling basis. IPMA-HR is located in Alexandria, VA and is Metro Accessible via King Street Station.

Keynote Speaker Announced for PSYC Commencement Ceremony

Dr. Harold Koplewicz ('73)

The Department of Psychology is pleased to announce that the keynote speaker for its May 2012 Commencement Ceremony is Dr. Harold Koplewicz, an accomplished PSYC Terp ('73) and renowned child and adolescent psychiatrist.  For details on the ceremony please visit http://psychology.umd.edu/ugrad/seniors.html

Harold S. Koplewicz, MD, is one of the nation’s leading child and adolescent psychiatrists. He is the founding president of the Child Mind Institute (www.childmind.org) and is widely recognized as an innovator in the field and a strong advocate for child mental health.

A graduate of the University of Maryland (’73) with a B.S. in psychology and of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. Koplewicz completed his psychiatric residency at New York Hospital Westchester Division, a fellowship in child psychiatry at Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons, an NIMH research fellowship in child psychiatry at the New York State Psychiatric Institute, and the Executive Program in Health Policy and Management at Harvard University’s School of Public Health.

Dr. Koplewicz founded the NYU Child Study Center in 1997 and served as its director for 12 years.  In 2006, the NYU Child Study Center was established as the second independent department of child and adolescent psychiatry in the country, and Dr. Koplewicz was appointed as its first chair. Under his leadership, the Center made tremendous contributions to the field through expert clinical care, a robust research portfolio, and advocacy for child mental health.

An internationally respected psychiatrist, Dr. Koplewicz is the recipient of many awards, including the 1997 Exemplary Psychiatrist Award from the National Alliance of the Mentally Ill; the 1998 Reiger Service Award from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in recognition of his work in the development of school-based mental health programs; the 1999 Humanitarian Award from Marymount Manhattan College; the 2000 American Grand Hope Award from the Aprica Childcare Institute; the 2002 Catcher in the Rye Award from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry; and the 2009 American Psychiatric Association McGavin Award for lifetime contributions to child psychiatry.

Part-time Lab Coordinator position! Great preparation for Graduate School!

The Family Involvement Lab at the University of Maryland, College Park directed by Dr. Natasha Cabrera is seeking a part-time (20 hours/week) Lab Coordinator for a study of Latino immigrant parents and their young children (June- December 2012). This position is ideal for a recent graduate desiring research experience in an applied developmental laboratory prior to applying to graduate school.

Essential Skills:  -Excellent organization, communication, and problem solving skills
-Ability to work well with others
-Ability to work with a team of researchers
-Familiarity with Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
-Comfortable learning new tech skills (e.g., new software, coding system)
-Experience working with low-income families and/or children
-Spanish proficiency

Desirable Skills (or skills you would really like to learn):-Experience collecting data from parents and young children
-Familiarity with basic statistical analysis & software (SPSS)
-Experience transcribing parents-child interactions or speech samples
-Experience coordinating and managing work in teams

Project Responsibilities may include:-Recruiting parents and children for participation in the study (in English and Spanish)
-Willingness to be trained to conduct assessments of toddlers and preschool children (in English and Spanish)
-Organizing and assisting with data collection at homes and Head Start centers.
-Data entry, transcribing and coding of child assessments and parent-child interactions
-Assisting with IRB protocol creation and compliance
-Conducting library searches and literature reviews to assist in manuscript preparation
-Performing general administrative duties, including and maintenance of budgets, lab web page updates, and purchasing and maintaining lab equipment.

For more information about the Family Involvement Lab see our website: http://www.popcenter.umd.edu/filab. To apply please send your resume (with contact information for 2 references) and a cover letter outlining your educational and research background to Dr. Natasha Cabrera (ncabrera@umd.edu). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Interested in studying motivation and learning? Volunteer as an RA in the MML Lab!

Volunteer undergraduate research assistants are needed for projects on motivation and learning. The Motivation, Metacognition, and Learning laboratory studies how people think about their own intelligence, memory, motivation, and learning. We conduct experimental studies and are in need of undergraduate research assistants to help run experiments. This is a great opportunity for undergraduates who are interested in going to graduate school and/or who are interested in learning more about the research process. Research is conducted under the supervision of Dr. David Miele in the Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodologies (HDQM). Work in the summer is voluntary, but there will be an opportunity to continue working in the lab in Fall 2012 for course credit. Contact Dr. David Miele at dmiele@umd.edu for more information.

Get paid to learn about the MCATs as an MCAT Research Specialist!

MCAT Research Specialist, Entry Level (Full-Time)- 60931
Association of American Medical Colleges, Washington, District of Columbia               
•Conduct literature searches on admissions testing and medical school admissions; organize and summarize the resulting information.
•Assist with the design and implementation of various data collections.
•Pull data from databases and perform basic data analyses; visually inspect data and data summaries to identify potential problems.
•Create data displays and reports; organize and summarize information into readily accessible formats (e.g., figures, charts, and tables).
•Maintain project websites, take notes at meetings, and produce meeting minutes.
•Perform other research duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

•A Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, statistics, sociology, or a related field.
•A minimum of 6 months of work experience in fields such as education, psychology, sociology, statistics, or another related field with an applied research focus (during school breaks or otherwise).
•Basic knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods and data analysis techniques
•Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•Interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills.
•Ability to complete tasks independently.
•Basic SPSS or SAS and Microsoft Access skills a plus.

Log in to your C4T account (http://www.careers.umd.edu/) and paste the ID number in the “Search” box to learn more.

Make a difference in young girls lives as a Community Bridges intern!

Elementary School Program Assistant Intern,
Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time)- 61140
Community Bridges, Inc., Silver Spring, Maryland       
Days/Hours Needed: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 10am-6pm or 1pm-6pm

Responsibilities:
Help with preparation and facilitation of after-school groups for elementary school girls
Assist with field trips & special events
Assist with data input
Make phone calls to parents as needed

Qualifications:
Must pass a criminal background check and have clean driving record if using company’s vehicle
•Have reliable personal transportation or can access public transportation
•Able to commit for full year September-May
•Oral Spanish proficiency preferred
•Demonstrated interest in youth and social justice issues preferred

Log in to your C4T account (http://www.careers.umd.edu/) and paste the ID number in the “Search” box to learn more.

Same course! New title! PSYC 489G Hormones and Behavior Fall 2012!

How does stress affect the brain? Do hormones alter aggression? Do male and female brains really differ? Can you visualize “love” in the brain? If you find any of these questions interesting, you’ll enjoy PSYC 489G Hormones and Behavior!

This course is a study on the interactions among hormones, the brain, and behavior – known as behavioral endocrinology. Studying hormones and behavior is exciting, interdisciplinary and involves the study of phenomena ranging from genetic, molecular, and cellular levels of analysis to the study of individual and social behaviors. The course will be presented in a lecture-style format, with the aid of wonderful videos and animations that will help illustrate some of the behavioral and physiological concepts discussed during the lectures. The goal of the course is to provide students with an understanding of the interactions between hormones and behavior.

For more information on this course contact Dr. Erica Glasper at eglasper@umd.edu

The Hormones and Behavior course fulfills 400 Level Non-Lab requirement and/or Theme I Mind, Brain & Behavior requirement.

Final Spring 2012 Psi Chi Meeting this Tuesday 5/8!

The final Psi Chi meeting of the Spring 2012 semester will be held on Tuesday, May 8 at 6:00 pm in 1142 BPS. Dr. Carl Lejuez will present on "Current Behavioral Treatments for Subtance Abuse."

Graduating and looking to acquire some research experience before pursuing an advanced degree? Apply for this RA position in the Neurocognitive Lab!

Lab Manager/Research Assistant
Neurocognitive Lab
University of Maryland, College Park

With limited supervision and oversight from the Principal Investigator (PI), the Research Assistant will coordinate research projects investigating memory and development in children and adults in the Neurocognitive Development Laboratory at the University of Maryland, College Park. See: http://www.bsos.umd.edu/psyc/riggins/ for more details.

Responsibilities: (1) training and supervising a staff of graduate and undergraduate research assistants as well as high school interns

(2) conducting behavioral, electrophysiological, and functional magnetic resonance imaging experiments with young children and adults (i.e., recruiting, scheduling, and data collection)

(3) analyzing behavioral, electrophysiological and neuroimaging data

(4) performing general administrative duties, including data management and maintenance of budgets, lab web pages and participant recruiting systems

(5) programming scientific experiments and developing experimental stimuli

(6) assisting with IRB protocol creation and compliance

(7) conducting library searches and literature reviews to assist in manuscript preparation

(8) providing general support for the PI and other researchers in the laboratory including, but not limited to, purchasing and maintaining lab equipment.

Qualifications: Recommended background and skills include:

a bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field (psychology, biology, or neuroscience; advanced degree preferred)

previous research experience using behavioral, electrophysiological, and functional magnetic resonance imaging methods

experience managing research projects; previous experience working with children; the ability to work independently

keen attention to detail; excellent public relations skills

the ability to interact warmly and professionally with parents and children

Strong organizational, computational, managerial, problem-solving, and analytic skills are essential. Computer skills should include knowledge of Word, Excel, SPSS; experience with Dreamweaver, EPrime and basic programming would also be beneficial. Familiarity with analysis of statistical data and preparation of scientific manuscripts and grant applications is strongly preferred. This is a 40 hours/week position (with benefits) and has a 1-year minimum commitment. Salary is competitive. 

How to Apply:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should email 1) a cover letter describing their background and interest in the position, 2) CV, and 3) names and contact information for 3 references to Tracy Riggins, Ph.D. at riggins@umd.edu.


The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, gender, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, or political affiliation. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

RA opportunities in the Neurocognitive Development Lab!

The NeuroCognitive Development lab run by Dr. Tracy Riggins is seeking undergraduate RAs for the Summer and Fall to assist with our research on memory and brain development in childhood. RAs will assist with participant recruitment, data collection and analysis for a variety of projects that include a variety of methodologies including EEG, MRI, and behavior. Research experiences, such as this, can add value to a student's graduate school application, and provide an opportunity for students to earn a positive letter of recommendation. Credit for PSYC479 is also possible. If interested, please contact Sarah Blankenship at slblank@umd.edu for more information or to set up an interview.

Have technical computing skills? Consider this research assistantship in the Judgment and Decision Making Lab!

Research Assistantship

Position:
The Judgment and Decision Making Lab in the Department of Psychology has a paid opening for an undergraduate or master’s student who has experience with Matlab and at least one object-oriented system such as Visual Basic or Java.

Responsibilities:
Primary responsibilities include programming online experiments as well as statistical and computational models of human behavior. Hours, 30-40 in the summer and 10/week in the academic year, are flexible.

Qualifications:
Experience in Matlab optimization functions, writing programs that interact with users in Java or Visual Basic, and HTML/Javascript/SQL or other experience with Matlab and Java or Visual Basic and an interest in acquiring the experience described.

Completion of some college-level coursework in mathematics and/or statistics beyond the introductory 200-level courses, and an interest in behavioral, cognitive or decision science.

How to apply:
To apply, please send email to Dr. Thomas Wallsten, twallst@umd.edu, including a brief résumé, and an unofficial copy of your transcript.

For more information about the Judgment and Decision Making Lab click on the following link:
http://www.bsos.umd.edu/psyc/Wallsten/JDPLab/index.html

Great non-profit internship opportunity this summer in DC!

Learning & Performance Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time), Summer Internship- Careers4Terps ID# 60732                           
Population Services International, Washington, District of Columbia

Population Services International (PSI) is the world’s leading non-profit social marketing organization.

Our mission is to measurably improve the health of the poor in the developing world by influencing their behavior. We do this principally through social marketing of family planning, health products and services, and health communications. PSI has programs in more than 60 countries and works in malaria, HIV, reproductive health, child survival, and tuberculosis. We believe in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement, speed and efficiency. It is important to empower our staff at the local level, which is why we have a decentralized operating structure. PSI has a long-term commitment to the people we serve.

As PSI employees around the world face complicated challenges in diverse contexts, it becomes increasingly critical to equip them with the necessary skills, knowledge, behaviors and tools to succeed. Simply put, when PSI employees perform better, there is greater health impact. That’s where our team comes in! We’re positioned to help staff worldwide access the right kinds of learning activities to help them do their best.

Log in to your C4T account (http://www.careers.umd.edu/) and paste the ID number in the “Search” box to learn more.

MEG Lab Manager position with the Department of Linguistics

MEG Laboratory Manager
Department of Linguistics
University of Maryland

Responsibilities:
The Lab Manager will play a leading role in the operation of the MEG (Magnetoencephalography) facility managed by the Department of Linguistics but serving researchers from many departments. The person will be trained as an expert user and will guide other users, coordinate resources, and manage the smooth daily operation of the lab. The person will also help to coordinate the relocation of the lab to the new Maryland Neuroimaging Center. Opportunities to participate in research projects and a range of other intellectual activities in language and cognitive neuroscience.

Previous lab experience preferred. Prior experience with MEG is NOT required. 1 year initial appointment, with the possibility of extension.

How to apply:
Applicants for the Lab Manager position should submit a cover letter outlining relevant background and interests, including potential faculty mentors; current CV; writing sample; names and contact information for 3 references. Letters are not needed for the initial application. All application materials should be submitted electronically. Individuals may submit one application and specify which positions they are interested in.

The Department of Linguistics has facilities for testing of infants, children and adults, 2 eye-tracking labs, ERP and MEG labs. The department is part of a vibrant language science community of 200
researchers across 10 departments.

For more information go to:
http://ling.umd.edu
Contact: lab co-directors Colin Phillips (Linguistics, colin@umd.edu) or Jonathan Simon (Electrical Engineering, jzsimon@umd.edu).

Graduating in a few weeks? Pursue this Lab Manager/RA opportunity in the Big Apple!

Research Assistant Position
Lab Manager / Research Assistant Position
Memory, Attention and Control Lab
Department of Psychology
New York University

A full time lab manager / research assistant position is available in the Memory, Attention and Control Lab at New York University, supervised by Dr. Brice Kuhl (arriving at NYU fall 2012). Research in the lab will use functional MRI and behavioral methods to investigate how memories are formed, retrieved, and controlled. The position will involve contributing to experimental design, data collection and data analysis, as well as assisting with basic administrative tasks. A start date of Sep 01 is anticipated.

Requirements include:- A bachelor's degree in psychology or other related fields (e.g., cognitive science, neuroscience or computer science)
- Prior research experience
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

The following are also strongly preferred:- Computer programming skills (e.g., MATLAB)
- Experience with fMRI or other neuroimaging methods
- Two year commitment

If interested, please email a cover letter, CV, and contact info for 2-3 references to brice.kuhl@yale.edu. New York University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Brice Kuhl
brice.kuhl@yale.edu
http://pantheon.yale.edu/~bak33/

Attention all brain enthusiasts: Apply to be a Decision, Attention, & Memory Lab Research Assistant!

Professor Dougherty's Decision, Attention, and Memory lab is seeking undergraduate RAs for the Summer and Fall to assist with data collection and analysis for a variety of projects. RAs will utilize a variety of methodologies including EEG, MRI, and eye-tracking to investigate working memory, language, executive functions, and decision making. Research experiences, such as this, can add value to a student's graduate school application, and provide an opportunity for students to earn a positive letter of recommendation. If interested, please contact Jeff at jchrabaszcz@gmail.com to set up an appointment.

Research electrophysiology as a University of Illinois RA!

Research Assistant Position
Human Electrophysiology Research Specialist
Kara Federmeier's Cognition and Brain Laboratory
Department of Psychology
University of Illinois

The Psychology Department at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a full-time, 12-month academic professional position as a Research Coordinator.

The person in this position conducts and facilitates research in the Cognition and Brain Lab in the Department of Psychology.

Requirements:
A Bachelor degree in Psychology or a related field is required, along with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Experience working with electrophysiological or other human imaging data is strongly preferred, as is experience working with older adults. Some experience with psychological research, data analysis, overseeing personnel, and organizing and coordinating in any capacity is preferred. Full consideration will be given to applications received by May 11, 2012. For complete details see: jobs.illinois.edu. Illinois is an AA-EOE www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu.

Kara Federmeier
kfederme@illinois.edu
217-333-8303
https://jobs.illinois.edu

Experience the West Coast as a USC Cognitive Neuroscience Lab Manager!

Cognitive Neuroscience Lab Manager
Emotion & Cognition Lab
University of Southern California

A full-time lab manager position is available in a cognitive neuroscience lab investigating the effects of emotion and stress on cognition. Current research topics in the lab include the neural mechanisms of emotional memory, age differences in functional and structural connectivity among brain regions important for emotion, and the effects of stress on reward-related decision processes. We seek someone with outstanding organizational skills and the ability to learn new technical skills.

Responsibilities:
The lab manager will be responsible for coordinating research teams for studies, developing connections in the community to help recruit participants, running magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) sessions, organizing incoming data and assisting with preparation of manuscripts, presentations and data analyses.

Qualifications:
Applicants should have a B.A. or B. S. degree in neuroscience, psychology, computer science, biology, engineering or other related scientific fields. A two-year commitment is required. The ideal candidates will have prior research experience, strong interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication, and the ability to work as a member of a team as well as independently. Computer programming and data analysis experience are pluses, but not required.

For more information, please see http://www.usc.edu/matherlab

How to apply:
Please reply to this posting with a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least two references, as well as applying via the following website: http://www.usc.edu/bus-affairs/ers/ (Search for requisition ID# 13159 and then click on the "apply" button for that position)

Mara Mather
mara.mather@usc.edu
213-740-9543
http://www.usc.edu/projects/matherlab/index.html

Psycholinguistics/Cognitive Neuroscience Research Assistant position

Research Assistant in Psycholinguistics/Cognitive Neuroscience
The RA will be involved in studies of language comprehension using behavioral and electrophysiological techniques (training provided). The RA will also contribute to Maryland's IGERT training program in Language Science, http://languagescience.umd.edu.

Previous research experience preferred. 1 year initial appointment, possibility of extension. Contact: Colin Phillips, colin@umd.edu

Cognitive Development RA position at Toronto's York University!

Research Assistant
Cognitive Development Lab
Department of Psychology
York University
Toronto, Ontario

Requirements:
BA in psychology or related field
Strong computer skills
ERP experience
Strong interpersonal skills
Familiarity with SPSS or SAS programming experience with E-prime

Responsibilities:
Assisting in the design of experiments
Collecting experimental data
Interacting with lab students to help with their research
Organizing data
Conducting analyses

How to apply:
Interested applicants should forward a CV, statement of interest, and two letters of reference to:

Dr. Ellen Bialystok
Distinguished Research Professor
Department of Psychology
York University
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, Ontario
Canada M3J 1P3
(416) 736-2100 Ext. 66109
ellenb@yorku.ca

To learn more about York University's Cognitive Development Lab go to:
http://www.yorku.ca/coglab