Full-Time Post-Bac Research Assistant 
University of Maryland
Developmental Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab
Description:
The University of Maryland Developmental Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab directed by Dr. Elizabeth Redcay (www.dscn.umd.edu) is seeking a full-time Research Assistant (formal title: Faculty Specialist) beginning July 1, 2022. This position is supported by a grant examining biopsychosocial predictors of loneliness in autistic and non-autistic adolescents. Our methods include functional and structural MRI, behavioral measures, and experience sampling methods. This is an excellent position for anyone who would like to pursue graduate work in psychology or clinical or developmental neuroscience. We encourage applicants with a background in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, human development, communication, or related to apply. Salary will be competitive commensurate with experience and includes health benefits. Application review will begin immediately. This is a 2-year position with possibility of renewal contingent on performance and funding.Responsibilities:
-Data collection, management and analysis of MRI, behavioral and experience sampling data
-Recruitment and communication with participants
-Coordinating meeting spaces, organizing lab meeting times and general communication with lab members
-Training and supervision of undergraduate research assistants
-Management of IRB protocols and data archiving
-General lab upkeep
-Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
-Training and supervision of undergraduate research assistants
-Management of IRB protocols and data archiving
-General lab upkeep
-Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Qualifications/Requirements:
-Must enjoy working with children
-Ideal candidate will also have experience with data management tools (e.g., redcap), basic programming (R, python), excellent interpersonal and multi-tasking abilities, and experience working with children, adolescents, or adults on the autism spectrum and their families.
How To Apply:
To apply please email your application to Libby Giacobbe (giacobbe@umd.edu). Application materials should include a cover letter detailing qualifications and interest, CV (with GPA), relevant coursework or transcript, and (at least) 2 references who can provide letters upon request.
-Ideal candidate will also have experience with data management tools (e.g., redcap), basic programming (R, python), excellent interpersonal and multi-tasking abilities, and experience working with children, adolescents, or adults on the autism spectrum and their families.
How To Apply:
To apply please email your application to Libby Giacobbe (giacobbe@umd.edu). Application materials should include a cover letter detailing qualifications and interest, CV (with GPA), relevant coursework or transcript, and (at least) 2 references who can provide letters upon request.
