Affective & Translational Neuroscience Lab
Undergraduate Research Assistants
Description:
The Affective & Translational Neuroscience Lab (ATNL), directed by Dr. Alex Shackman, is looking for highly motivated, energetic, and creative undergraduate research
assistants. The overarching mission of the lab is to have a deep impact
on the fields of affective and clinical/translational neuroscience. To
that end, on-going projects are aimed at understanding the neurobiology
of fear and anxiety and its role in the development and maintenance of
adult anxiety disorders, depression, and substance abuse. This position
will provide opportunities to gain experience with participant
recruitment and data collection via neuroimaging (fMRI) for several
on-going research projects. This is an exciting opportunity to establish
a competitive research record in preparation for Graduate School and/or
gain valuable work experience applicable to various careers.Responsibilities:
-Participant recruitment
-Assistance with fMRI data collection (using Presentation software)
-Work with fMRI viewing and editing software to create brain masks and images
-Miscellaneous laboratory administrative tasks
-Opportunities to contribute to poster presentations and/or manuscripts
-10 hours per week time commitment
Qualifications:
-Must be a major in Psychology, Neurobiology/Neuroscience, or a related field
-Highly motivated to pursue a Ph.D.
-Flexible availability on evenings and weekends
-Strong communication skills and professionalism
-Detail-oriented
How To Apply:
Read more about Research Assistant positions in the ATNL Lab: HERE
Interested candidates should send a cover letter describing relevant experience and interests, CV/resume, and unofficial transcript to Samiha Islam (sislam12@umd.edu).
