1. Research Assistant, research project with Dr. Joshua Sandry, Montclair State University
Deadline: not listed
To apply: Qualified candidates should send their CV to sandryj@mail.montclair.edu
Dr. Joshua Sandry at Montclair State University is inviting applicants for a research assistant position to work on a project in collaboration with Kessler Foundation. The project focuses on examining neural correlates of working memory in individuals with traumatic brain injury.
Responsibilities may include the following:
Recruit/enroll research participants
Schedule and coordinate study visits
Interview participants according to research protocols
Administer neuropsychological test batteries
Coordinate/monitor MRI data collection
Conduct and/or assist with data analyses
Manage electronic and paper databases
Assist with the preparation of grant applications (including the preparation of supporting documents, editing of the proposal, literature reviews), manuscripts, and presentations.
Qualifications include the following:
Bachelor's degree in behavioral or biological sciences or a related discipline
Previous experience in academic and/or clinical research
Excellent administrative and problem-solving skills
Proficient computer skills (especially Word and Excel); and
Strong communication/writing skills
Candidates must be comfortable working in a medical setting.
Experience/familiarity with data analysis software is a plus.
2. Full Time Lab Manager, Doom Lab, University of Denver
Deadline: Unlisted
To apply: Only instructions are to email Dr. Doom at jena.doom@du.edu if you are interested in the job. Job posted on 8/6/2021
3. Research Assistant, Language Learning and Meaning Acquisition Laboratory, Purdue University
Deadline: Application review will begin on September 1st, 2021, and continue until filled.
https://career8.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=15664&company=purdueuniv
The Language Learning and Meaning Acquisition Laboratory at Purdue is seeking two research assistants to support recruitment and data collection at our laboratory site in Indianapolis, IN as part of an NIH-funded longitudinal study on language development. The position is initially part time (.5-.75 FTE), with the potential to increase in effort, depending on candidate interest, and success in project enrollment at this site.
This position is benefits-eligible and salaried. Compensation is commensurate with the applicant’s experience, according to guidelines set by Purdue’s pay band structure.
4. Full-time Clinical Research Assistant, Center for Autism Research Language Laboratory, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Deadline: not listed
https://careers.chop.edu/job/Philadelphia-Clin-Research-Assistant-I-Center-for-Autism-Research-PA-19146/779142700/
We are seeking a full-time Clinical Research Assistant I (CRA I) to collaborate on multiple projects in CAR’s Language Laboratory, led by Dr. Julia Parish-Morris. Our lab is focused on understanding language and social communication development in ASD, throughout childhood and adolescence. A 2-year commitment is preferred. Please send a resume and cover letter to Azia Knox at knoxa2@chop.edu.
5. Neuroimaging Research Study Coordinator, Northwestern University (PI’s: Dr. Wakschlag and Dr. Norton)
Deadline: Not listed
To see a full description of the coordinator position and to apply, go to this website https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/careers/
Job Opening ID: 41368
Job Posting Title: Research Study Coordinator
Department: MED-Medical Social Sciences
This position entails study coordination as part of a team, across multiple funded studies of longitudinal child development directed by Dr. Laurie Wakschlag and Dr. Elizabeth Norton. This program of research aims to characterize early developmental patterns related to disruptive behavior, executive function, and language delay.
The main responsibility of the research study coordinator will be coordinating the neuroimaging assessments, specifically MRI and EEG, across multiple inter-related studies on early childhood risk
factors for adverse outcomes. The ideal candidate will be certified and have experience operating a Siemens scanner and directing MRI acquisition sessions with pediatric participants. Experience conducting MRI sessions with neonates, infants, and toddlers is strongly preferred. Familiarity with MRI image quality control is also required. This position will lead sessions collecting MRI data from infants and toddlers during natural sleep, and coordinate the scheduling of MRI sessions, prepare children for scanning, set up equipment, monitor the child during the scan, and other activities as needed.
The research study coordinator position requires a highly motivated individual with a strong attention to detail. The candidate must be able to interact comfortably and professionally with diverse families and young children. The ability to work flexibly across multiple demands and balance administrative skills related to study coordination is crucial. We are looking for a team player who is willing to take initiative and learn a variety of responsibilities. Ability to think on your feet and a capacity to proactively identify and solve problems are essential traits. Flexibility in hours, including evenings and weekends, is required (though work week hours are capped and strictly followed). Ability to provide and receive constructive criticism are essential. The candidate must have strong written and spoken English skills and be safe in the MRI environment.
6. Research Assistant, Brain Development Laboratory, Vanderbilt University
Deadline: September 30, 2021
https://ecsr.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/10001159
The Brain Development Laboratory in the Department of Psychology and Human Development at Vanderbilt University Peabody College has a Research Assistant position available. The assistant will be involved in a project that investigates the neural basis of reading in children who are d/Deaf and hard of hearing using magnetic resonance imaging. Our lab is broadly interested in developmental and individual differences in brain organization (https://lab.vanderbilt.edu/boothlab/). This position involves participant scheduling and coordination, administering cognitive testing, collecting neuroimaging data, data management and analysis, supervising undergraduate students, various administrative duties, and assisting with reports and research articles. We prefer candidates who are able to make a multi-year commitment. You can find more information and apply at: https://ecsr.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/10001159. Please include a letter of interest, resume and the names of two references. Applications accepted until Sept 30th. For questions, please contact Dr. James R. Booth (james.booth@vanderbilt.edu). Come join our team!
7. Project Coordinator, Le Lab, University of Rochester
Deadline: not listed
https://universityofrochester.jobs/rochester-ny/technical-associate-i-230887/1F7374A6458549D7BAEDA6B9AC36EE2B/job/
Lab website: https://labsites.rochester.edu/lelab/
The Le Lab is currently hiring a project coordinator. Applicants with a Bachelor's degree and interest in relationships science would be a great fit. General purpose: To coordinate and oversee a grant-funded research project aimed at understanding the effects of honesty in romantic relationships. Primary responsibilities include participant recruitment and communication; recruiting, training, and managing a team of research assistants; survey creation and administration; creating training protocols for lab equipment (i.e., Noldus video system, behavioral coding schemes); overseeing study administration; data management and organization; regular meetings with the PI and graduate students. This position requires outstanding organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently, comfort interacting with people of diverse backgrounds, and flexibility to work some evenings/weekends. This position is well suited for someone interested in pursuing graduate studies in social psychology or related fields. A two-year commitment is strongly preferred, with the desired start date beginning in August 2021 and ending in July 2023.
8. Research Coordinator, Perception Action and Development Lab (PI: Dr. Franchak) at UC Riverside
Deadline: Not listed. To see the full list of responsibilities/requirements and to apply to the position, please visit https://t.co/kLxLN0Ya7P?amp=1. Please direct any questions about the position to Dr. Franchak at franchak@ucr.edu
The UCR Perception, Action, and Development laboratory (padlab.ucr.edu) is looking to hire a 30-hour/week research coordinator to help run an NSF-funded study of infants' everyday visual, auditory, and motor experiences. The position would last 2 years and will receive full benefits. Part of the research coordinator's responsibilities includes making visits to participants' homes to drop off recording equipment in the Riverside County area, so fully remote work is not possible for this position. The research coordinator will have opportunities to master a variety of recording techniques---wearable inertial sensors, head-mounted eye trackers, and LENA audio recorders---and gain experience with in-demand machine learning analyses.
9. Clinical Research Coordinator, LING lab (PI: Satterthwaite) at UPenn
Deadline: Not listed; job start date around Spring 2022.
Link to job app (Note: this link did NOT work for us so if it doesn’t work for you you may need to email the lab). https://www.myworkday.com/upenn/d/inst/15$392530/9925$16837.htmld
We are recruiting a Clinical Research Coordinator to help investigators conduct behavioral and multi-modal neuroimaging research examining both normal and abnormal brain development. Psychiatric disorders are increasingly understood as disorders of brain development, and our research seeks to situate mental illness in a developmental context. To do this, we use advanced multi-modal MRI imaging and detailed measures of cognition and clinical symptomatology. The position will draw on a wide range of skills and provide learning opportunities in diverse areas.
Responsibilities will include assisting with recruitment and acquisition of data for behavioral and multi-modal MRI data, cognitive assessment of both healthy children and those with psychiatric disorders, image analysis, maintenance of regulatory documents, and correspondence. Position includes substantial direct interaction with faculty; opportunities for data analysis, poster presentations, and writing manuscripts abound, making it ideal for those preparing for highly competitive graduate programs. Ideal start date is Spring 2022.
10. Junior Specialist, Yu Emotion Science (YES) Lab, University of California, Santa Barbara
Deadline: September 15, 2021
https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02020
The Yu Emotion Science (YES) Lab at the University of California, Santa Barbara, directed by Dr.
Hongbo Yu, is seeking applications for an open, full-time position for a Junior Specialist with an anticipated start date of November 1, 2021. The salary is based on UCSB’s salary scales.
Duties: Participate fully in social psychology and cognitive neuroscience research. Responsibilities will include: assisting with study design and stimulus construction, assisting with recruiting and training undergraduate student RAs, scheduling, prescreening, and testing participants for behavioral and neuroimaging studies, data management, statistical analysis, assisting the PI and research team with presentations at lab meetings and at psychology and neuroscience conferences, and authorship on academic research articles.
Additional duties will include: contributing to administrative tasks of the lab, such as managing IRB protocols and reviews, and ordering, and maintaining lab supplies to assure all research projects and are executed properly.
Candidates must be able to work both independently and in collaboration with others, have strong multi-tasking, problem-solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service appropriate to the position.
11. Part-Time Research Assistant, Georgetown Early Learning Project.
Deadline: Unlisted. When applying, please upload the following (preferably in a single PDF): a cover letter and a resume.
Link: Apply here
The Research Assistant – in a part-time role – is involved in recruiting and testing participants for a new grant-funded study of monolingual and bilingual young children. They will be trained to run eye tracking and memory flexibility, studies and collect data in the field and to work on the collaborative PLAY study. Supervised by the Principal Investigator (PI), and working closely with the PI’s Research Program Coordinator and current Ph.D. student, the Research Assistant has duties that include but are not limited to: Participate in field visits alongside undergraduates, graduate and other research personnel to visit families; Assist in the collection of data in the field; Assist in the office in the collation of data in a timely manner; Perform administrative duties, including preparation of materials for families and maintenance of records; Participate in in team meetings
This is an in-person position.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college
Preferred qualifications: Spanish speaking skills, due to the DC metropolitan area’s growing Spanish speaking population, and to the fact that data are collected in the home and that the study examines differences between monolingual and bilingual children; Current driver’s license; Research experience working directly with young children
