PAID Hourly Research Assistant Position
Neurocognitive Development Lab
Description:
The Neurocognitive Development Lab is seeking a Research Assistant to assist with data collection on a project examining the role of sleep and brain development on memory during early childhood. Specifically, this position will be to assist with data collection from preschool children in their homes on the weekends (Saturday and Sunday, primarily afternoons) and some weekdays.
Responsibilities:
The Research Assistant will work between 5-10 hours weekly and participate in multiple aspects of the study including assisting with participant recruitment and retention, administering research assessments to preschool children (e.g., behavioral, polysomnography, and neuroimaging), data management, and administrative tasks.
*Required background and skills include: 1) ability to work both Saturday and Sunday afternoons, 2) access to reliable personal transportation (i.e., a car), 3) experience with children.
How To Apply:
The position is open immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested individuals should email a cover letter, CV, and names and contact information of 3 references to Benjamin Weinberg at e11ic0tt@umd.edu. Please include all documents in a single pdf file and include your last name in the file (i.e., “LASTNAME.pdf”).*The University of Maryland is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
