Description:
Projects being conducted in the lab include understanding the role of the home environment on children's mathematical development, how correlates, such as executive functioning, influence how children learn math, as well as examining the benefits and unique processes of learning through social interactions, play, and informal learning activities. This full-time paid position (40 hours a week plus benefits) is for 1 year with the opportunity to extend it to 2 years, contingent on performance, mutual fit, and available funds. The desired start date is June/July 2023.
Responsibilities:
-Data collection for studies with both children and adult participants
-Participant Recruitment
-Preparation of Study Materials
-Assisting with IRB Protocols
-Training and supervising undergraduate assistants
-Transcription of video recorded interactions
-Assisting with Data Analysis
-Transcription of video recorded interactions
-Assisting with Data Analysis
-Organizing Meetings
-General upkeep of the lab and lab website
Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree by the start date with a preferred major in psychology, human development, public health, education, or related fields
-General upkeep of the lab and lab website
Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree by the start date with a preferred major in psychology, human development, public health, education, or related fields
-Keen attention to detail
-Ability to work with parents and children
-Able to work both independently and in collaboration with others
-Have strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
-Has an interest in mathematical development and/or the home learning environment
-Seeking additional research experience before pursuing graduate training
How To Apply:
Applicants should send: (1) a Cover Letter summarizing relevant experiences, skills, and interests; (2) a CV/Resume, and (3) Contact Information for 2-4 references. Please send your materials to Dr. Geetha Ramani (ecilab.umd@gmail.com). Formal letters of recommendation are not required for the initial application and will only be requested for short-listed applicants. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. Any questions can be directed to the current lab manager, Sydney Telaak (stelaak@umd.edu) or Dr. Geetha Ramani (gramani@umd.edu).
-Has an interest in mathematical development and/or the home learning environment
-Seeking additional research experience before pursuing graduate training
How To Apply:
Applicants should send: (1) a Cover Letter summarizing relevant experiences, skills, and interests; (2) a CV/Resume, and (3) Contact Information for 2-4 references. Please send your materials to Dr. Geetha Ramani (ecilab.umd@gmail.com). Formal letters of recommendation are not required for the initial application and will only be requested for short-listed applicants. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. Any questions can be directed to the current lab manager, Sydney Telaak (stelaak@umd.edu) or Dr. Geetha Ramani (gramani@umd.edu).
