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------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -------------------------------------------- Research assistant position: ASD Development Lab at the Center for Autism and the Developing Brain The ASD Development Lab (PI: So Hyun “Sophy” Kim, Ph.D.) at the Center for Autism and the Developing Brain (CADB; Director: Catherine Lord, Ph.D.) at Weill Cornell Medicine is currently seeking full-time research assistants to work on research studies on children and adults with autism spectrum disorders including a newly NIMH funded study (PI : Sophy Kim). The RA's primary responsibilities include behavioral coding, subject recruitment, testing participants with standardized assessments as well as play based assessments, managing and analyzing datasets, preparing and maintaining IRB protocols, and running ERP/EEG tasks. The RA will be working with individuals with autism with varying levels of language and cognitive abilities. The expected start date for the position is Spring/Summer 2018. See below for more details. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who would like to gain research experience prior to attending graduate school. Application review will take place on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested applicants should send a CV, names and contact information for 2 references, and a cover letter describing relevant experience, interests, and long-term goals to Sophy Kim ([email protected] ). Position Activities: · Codes videos of parent child interactions using newly developed treatment outcome measures · Recruits subjects for research studies based on study recruitment criteria. · Maintains paper and electronic research and clinical records in accordance with Medical College policies and procedures. · Organizes, schedules, and conducts clinical research assessments using specialized interviews and psychological assessment measures. · Conducts literature searches and provides manuscript preparation support. · Assists with preparation of grant proposals and IRB applications and amendments. · Collects and updates data sets including test scores, demographics, and training records. · Enters data into databases. · Carries out and prepares written reports of simple statistical analyses. · Prepares PowerPoint presentations. · Run ERP/EEG sessions with young children. · Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: · Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field and related experience. · Transportation required for local travel. Highly Desired Requirements: · Experience with autism or with children and families with developmental disabilities or mental health issues preferred. · Previous research experience and experience with ERP/EEG experiments. · Ability to speak Spanish. Skills and Abilities: · Superior interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

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Research assistant position: ASD Development Lab at the Center for Autism and the Developing Brain The ASD Development Lab (PI: So Hyun “Sophy” Kim, Ph.D.) at the Center for Autism and the Developing Brain (CADB; Director: Catherine Lord, Ph.D.) at Weill Cornell Medicine is currently seeking full-time research assistants to work on research studies on children and adults with autism spectrum disorders including a newly NIMH funded study (PI : Sophy Kim). The RA's primary responsibilities include behavioral coding, subject recruitment, testing participants with standardized assessments as well as play based assessments, managing and analyzing datasets, preparing and maintaining IRB protocols, and running ERP/EEG tasks. The RA will be working with individuals with autism with varying levels of language and cognitive abilities. The expected start date for the position is Spring/Summer 2018. See below for more details. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who would like to gain research experience prior to attending graduate school.

Application review will take place on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested applicants should send a CV, names and contact information for 2 references, and a cover letter describing relevant experience, interests, and long-term goals to Sophy Kim ([email protected]).

Position Activities:· Codes videos of parent child interactions using newly developed treatment outcome measures · Recruits subjects for research studies based on study recruitment criteria.· Maintains paper and electronic research and clinical records in accordance with Medical College policies and procedures.· Organizes, schedules, and conducts clinical research assessments using specialized interviews and psychological

assessment measures.· Conducts literature searches and provides manuscript preparation support.· Assists with preparation of grant proposals and IRB applications and amendments.· Collects and updates data sets including test scores, demographics, and training records. · Enters data into databases. · Carries out and prepares written reports of simple statistical analyses.· Prepares PowerPoint presentations.· Run ERP/EEG sessions with young children.· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field and related experience.· Transportation required for local travel.

Highly Desired Requirements:

· Experience with autism or with children and families with developmental disabilities or mental health issues preferred.· Previous research experience and experience with ERP/EEG experiments.· Ability to speak Spanish.

Skills and Abilities:

· Superior interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.· Familiarity with software including EPrime, R, SPSS, MS Word, Access, and PowerPoint. SAS, Stat, Medline, PsychInfo,

and other library resources a plus.· Must be able to coordinate a large data set with accuracy and provide timely dissemination of information arising from it.

Note: No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Weill Cornell Medical College is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EOE/M/F/Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Contact: Please send cover letters and resumes to Sophy Kim [email protected].

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NSF-REU Site: Comparative and Developmental Origins of Social Cognition at Yale : Dates: June 4- August 10, 2018

The Canine Cognition Center and Social Cognitive Development Lab are seeking applicants for a summer 2018 NSF-REU program. The REU program is supported by an award from the U.S. National Science Foundation (Award #1659085) to Yale University as part of the Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program. The broad goal of the Comparative and Developmental Origins of Social Cognition REU Site is to provide students from under-represented backgrounds with joint training in developmental and comparative psychology research. Students will gain experience investigating the origins of human social cognition from two different but related perspectives: developmental studies testing human children’s social understanding and comparative studies

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examining social cognition in domesticated dogs. The REU is coordinated by Psychology professors Dr. Laurie Santos and Dr. Yarrow Dunham.

REU students will have a rare opportunity to participate in all aspects of the research process: research design, subject recruitment, stimulus generation, data collection, data entry, coding, and statistical analysis. In addition, students will have the opportunity to interact as colleagues: participating in weekly lab meetings, reading current literature, contributing to theoretical discussions regarding the comparative and developmental origins of social cognition, and attending a professional development series focusing on topics such as applying to graduate school, getting the most out of your undergraduate career, etc. Students will meet weekly with a graduate student mentor, and the PI and co-PI will attend bi-monthly social events. The REU Fellowship includes a $500/week stipend and can cover limited travel costs.

To be eligible for the Yale REU program, applicants must: be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident be a full-time student (and be returning to school in the fall) have experience or be comfortable working around dogs commit to the full 40 hr/ week 9-week internship, which will include at least some weekends

Women and members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. NSF defines underrepresented groups as Alaska Natives, Native Americans, Blacks or African Americans, Hispanics, Native Hawaiians, and other Pacific Islanders, and Persons with Disabilities. Applicants who are first generation college-going (neither of their parents graduated from college) and/or geographically isolated (separated by geographic barriers or distance) are also of special interest.

For more information and for our application, visit https://doglab.yale.edu/NSF-REU. For any specific questions, feel free to email [email protected].

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Job Description:

TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I/LAB COORDINATOR, Brain and Cognitive Sciences (BCS), to join the Early Childhood Cognition Lab under the direction of Dr. Laura Schulz. The lab investigates the origins of children's early commonsense understanding of the world. It is broadly interested in factors that affect children's curiosity, exploration, and learning. Will be responsible for testing toddlers and preschool children on research protocols; involving parents and children in research; managing and maintaining materials for participant recruitment, including consent forms, human subject material, etc.; supporting the lab's relationship with the broader community, particularly its partners at the Boston Children's Museum; and supporting faculty, graduate students, and postdocs in research, including training and supervising undergraduate research assistants, coding data, maintaining video files and databases, maintaining the lab webpage, and assisting with grant submissions.

Job Requirements:REQUIRED: at least one year of experience; demonstrated interest in behavioral or developmental research; experience working with young children, parents, and the community, preferably in a research setting; administrative and managerial experience; basic computer skills; organizational skills; initiative and ability to work independently; flexibility; and excellent communication skills. A bachelor's degree in psychology, cognitive science, linguistics, or related field and experience with database management and web design are preferred. Job #15564

To be considered for this position, your application material must include a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for two to three references (names, positions, emails). The contact information may be included as part of the cover letter. Please send to [email protected]

The position will start in Summer 2018. Please also use the MIT system to apply: https://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_mit/external/jobDetails/jobDetail.html?jobPostId=11789&localeCode=en-us

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Yale University Computation and Cognitive Development LabSummer Internship 2018

The Computation and Cognitive Development Lab (CCDL), run by Dr. Julian Jara-Ettinger, studies the cognitive building blocks of our ability to make sense of and navigate the social and physical world. Previous and current research in the lab has examined topics such as children’s understanding of fairness, luck, and knowledge. More information about our research can be found at http://www.compdevlab.com We are seeking undergraduate interns to participate first hand in our research studies. Summer interns will have the chance to take part in all aspects of the research process, and will help recruit and test participants ages three to eight, learn to design and run studies, and code and analyze results. In addition, interns will have the chance to attend lab meetings, participate in reading groups, and join graduate students, interns, and other researchers in the Yale psychology department for social activities including bowling, trivia nights, and dinners. Interns will work 30-40 hours per week. This internship is best suited for students interested in or studying developmental or cognitive psychology, or cognitive sciences. Students are encouraged to apply for funding from their home institution, but internal funding is available on a need basis. The internship will run from early June through the end of July. If you are interested in applying, please fill out the application form found here, and submit the application, a CV/Resumé, and a copy of your transcript (unofficial is fine) as a PDF with subject line “[YOUR LAST NAME] CCDL Internship 2018" to [email protected]. Additionally, please have one letter of recommendation sent directly from the recommender to the lab manager at [email protected]. We will begin reviewing applications in mid-February.

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MIT/MGH Institute

We are recruiting applicants who have testing and assessment experience to join our research team. Applications are accepted through this website: http://bit.ly/2rg1460.

PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL EVALUATOR, McGovern Institute for Brain Research, to administer and score standardized cognitive and language assessments in children, adolescents, and adults; and train and supervise colleagues to administer and score selected tests. Responsibilities will include collaborating with clinical and basic science investigators to organize and implement research protocols; maintaining accurate paper and electronic records for subject evaluations; assisting with efforts to identify and recruit language- and reading-based learning impaired participants; and performing related duties as needed.

The position offers an opportunity to assist with the collection of clinical and basic science data, including human neuroimaging (MRI, EEG) and behavior.

REQUIRED: a bachelor's degree (master’s preferred) in psychology or other relevant area; and a minimum of two years’ clinical work experience working with children, adolescents, and their parents (clinical experience must be clear from the job application and from recommenders); proficiency with standard computer software (word processing, spreadsheet, etc.) and comfort learning new computer applications and tasks; strong analytical and research skills; detail orientation; ability to work independently; and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Job #14728

Application material should include a list of tests and associated level of expertise with them. This may be included as part of the cover letter or resume.

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The Developmental Social Neuroscience Lab at UNC Chapel Hill, directed by Dr. Eva Telzer, is seeking to hire a lab manager. Our lab examines how social contexts, such as the family and peers, influence adolescent decision making. We use diverse methodological tools, including daily experience sampling, diurnal cortisol, and fMRI.

Responsibilities for the current position include, but are not limited to, overseeing all administrative aspects of the lab, including IRB preparation and submission, oversight of all human subjects-related research, managing the budget, assisting with grant applications and progress reports, training and overseeing undergraduate research assistants, managing all personnel in the lab, and overseeing research activities in the lab including protocol development, participant retention, data collection, and data management.

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The lab manager must be able to effectively collect fMRI data from child and adolescent participants, which includes consenting/assenting families, putting children in the scanner, and applying basic standardized quality control. This individual is responsible for overseeing projects and independently conducting research with minimal oversight and is expected to take the initiative to improve study protocols and adapt procedures to suit lab objectives. The position will have a start date around June 2018.

The ideal applicant will have a B.S. or B.A. and have a background in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field. This position is ideal for a recent college graduate interested in pursuing a PhD in a related field as well as professionals looking to work on cutting edge research with adolescent populations.

Applicant should submit a cover letter, CV, and list of references who may be asked to provide letters of recommendation. Please submit these materials at http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/133824.

For more information about our research, see http://dsnlab.web.unc.edu/

Other exceptional resources available to the postdoc:

http://cds.web.unc.edu/

http://www.med.unc.edu/bric

http://hngpsych.web.unc.edu/

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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We are seeking an innovative researcher to join the Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy (CCEC) at The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH).

Job Description: Conducts high quality and cutting-edge research in the field of early childhood, broadly defined. Formulates innovative research questions, develops research projects, regularly pursues external research funding, and publishes in top-tier peer-reviewed journals, both independently and in collaboration with others. Functions as a research and development specialist in a field related to early childhood. Specific duties include: collecting data, analyzing data, and making decisions about research design; pursuing an innovative research agenda that aligns with the mission of the CCEC and securing external funding to support research endeavors; providing mentorship and support for colleagues and students at various stages of scientific growth; engaging in writing of scholarly reports for peer-reviewed outlets, internal/local outlets (e.g., white papers), and evaluation outlets; providing leadership on the conduct of collaborative research. The successful candidate will be a critical thinker with a demonstrated ability to be an independent researcher, produce high-quality research outputs, be innovative and collaborative, have a history of successfully obtaining sponsored funding, maintain and manage multiple simultaneous research projects and associated deadlines, participate in the selection of key research personnel to work on project(s) undertaken, supervise and review the work of collaborating research staff and instruct on methods and procedures necessary to achieve desired goals and meet deadlines.

Learn more about the CCEC: https://earlychildhood.ehe.osu.edu/

Why move to Columbus OH? Columbus is now one of the hot cities for professionals looking for great career growth and excellent quality of life with a low cost of living. Learn more about Columbus, OH from National Geographic, The Columbus Dispatch, and BuzzFeed.

Interested Applicants are encouraged to apply through this link: https://www.jobsatosu.com/postings/84034

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We are looking to hire a college graduate with strong organizational and interpersonal skills as a full time research coordinator for several projects investigating the neural basis and nature of cognitive deficits in neuropsychiatric disorders.

This is an excellent research opportunity for someone bound for graduate school in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or medicine. The primary line of investigation focuses on the contribution of abnormal sleep to impaired memory consolidation in schizophrenia and autism.

The techniques employed include polysomnography (sleep electroencephalography), functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), magneto- and electroencephalography (MEG/EEG), and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI).

The coordinator will work closely with the Principal Investigator, lab mates, and collaborators on all aspects of the research projects. Training in data acquisition and analysis will be provided. Responsibilities are varied and include managing patient studies, recruitment, screening and characterization of participants, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with grant applications, human subject applications, and publications. Knowledge of Mac and/or Linux/UNIX operating systems as well as some programming experience are an asset, as is a high level of comfort with novel computer applications and environments. A background in psychology, statistics, and neuroscience is an asset. A mentored research project is encouraged. The candidate must be mature and responsible with excellent organizational, interpersonal as well as oral and written communication skills. S/He must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, juggle and prioritize multiple tasks, feel comfortable working with clinical and non-clinical study populations, working as part of a team and seek assistance when appropriate.

Position will be available starting May 2018. A two-year commitment is required. Please submit a resume, writing sample, college transcript (unofficial is fine) and contact information for three references to Angela Savlidis: [email protected]

The CRC II position can be found at MGH website: http://www.massgeneral.org/careers/jobsearch.aspx. Job ID: 3056767

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The Cooperation Lab at Boston College directed by Katherine McAuliffe is seeking motivated, reliable and enthusiastic summer research assistants who would like to gain experience with research in social cognitive development. Research in the lab focuses on the development of cooperative abilities in children, with a particular focus on how children develop a sense of fairness.

Internship Description Summer research responsibilities include participant recruitment, help running studies both in the lab and in outdoor spaces, debriefing parents, data entry and video coding. Additionally, research assistants will be involved in an informal reading and research group and will gain hands-on experience working with data. Research assistants will work closely with other team members and will be supervised by the Cooperation Lab’s director and lab manager.

Eligibility and requirements Research assistants are asked to commit approximately 40 hours per week to research in the lab and should be open to the possibility of testing outdoors and on weekends. The tentative start date for positions is as early as May 29th and as late as June 4th. Positions will last for 10-11 weeks. These are unpaid positions so students are encouraged to seek funding from outside sources and/or their home institutions.

Anyone is welcome to apply. To do so, please complete our online application * and send a CV or resume to [email protected] with the subject line “Summer 2018 Research Assistant Application”. There is no deadline for submission but we are eager to find motivated assistants as soon as possible and so we'll review applications as they come in.

*full link address: https://goo.gl/forms/VBp3VHJoJlI7SGh32

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The Music Lab is the newest lab in the Department of Psychology at Harvard University. We study the basic science of music in an effort to understand how and why humans produce and perceive music at all ages and across cultures. We are recruiting undergraduate research assistants in the fields of cognitive science, evolutionary biology, music theory, ethnomusicology, anthropology, linguistics, or computer science to spend their summer with us!

Summer RAs will be working on studies investigating universals in music perception and music production, people's use of music in daily life, acoustics of music production in informal settings, studies of the impact of infant-directed song on infant affect and

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behavior, and long-term effects of the use of music in the home on parent and infant health. You can learn more about us and read our papers at themusiclab.org.

Here's a non-exhaustive list of example summer projects that summer RAs will help to run:

1. Expanding our diverse collection of audio recordings for the Natural History of Song Project. Ideal for students with interests in ethnomusicology, anthropology, music theory, and exploration of non-western music.

2. In-lab studies exploring the degree to which music can function as a tool for parents to use when their infants are upset. This project will utilize a variety of research technologies, including wearable devices to track real-time physiological data from infants, motion tracking, emotion recognition, pupillometry, and more. Ideal for students interested in getting hands-on research experience running infant subjects in a developmental laboratory.

3. Crowd-sourced online studies about music categorization and perception using both traditional study pools of online workers and "citizen science" approaches. Ideal for students with interests in programming surveys, designing stimuli, and working with large, data sets from online participants.

4. Studies examining the possibility of links between synchronous activity (music or otherwise) and cooperation, prosociality, and interpersonal affinity. Ideal for students interested in social cognition and developing robust, replicable methods for online data collection.

5. Mobile app-based data collection from parents of infants and young children concerning infant/child temperament, parenting behaviors, and their relations to one another. Ideal for students interested in developing technical skills (e.g., SQL, JavaScript), developing methods for ecological momentary assessment, and applications of psychological research to health outcomes.

To apply, please fill out this google form: https://goo.gl/forms/iUR2mOltZieAxjZq1. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Academic credit or stipends may be available. Please send us your questions at [email protected].

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Student Intern, Labs of Cognitive Neuroscience,Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard School of Medicine

The Faja and Nelson Labs at the Labs of Cognitive Neuroscience at Boston Children’s Hospital have a student intern position open to assist on a multisite project with 6- to 11-year-old children on the autism spectrum. Responsibilities will include assisting in study visits, behaviorally supporting children on the autism spectrum, collecting surveys from parents, data entry and lab maintenance. Students interns will have the opportunity to learn about electrophysiological data acquisition (EEG and eye tracking), clinical and cognitive assessments, neurodevelopmental disorders, research methodology, and attend seminars on topics such as professional development and atypical child development.

Requirements: Undergraduate student majoring in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, or related field, as well as a part- or full-

time summer commitment, with potential for continuing part in the fall Availability for flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends to facilitate visits with school-aged children Previous experience with children Computer skills including working knowledge of PC and Mac operating High level of motivation; ability to work independently and as part of a team; excellent communication, organization, and

attention to detail

Preferred experience includes: Knowledge of psychophysiological/electrophysiological recording and/or eye-tracking measures Previous experience with autism spectrum disorder Previous experience working in a research setting Experience with data entry and management Knowledge of basic statistics software and basic experimental presentation and collection software

To apply, please submit: (1) Letter of interest; (2) CV/Resume to [email protected] Candidates being considered for this position will be asked to provide 2-3 references.

For further information please contact Aksheya Sridhar, [email protected].

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Undergraduate Internship in Autism, Labs of Cognitive Neuroscience, Boston Children’sHospital/Harvard School of Medicine

The Faja Lab at the Labs of Cognitive Neuroscience at Boston Children’s Hospital currently has a research internship opportunity to obtain specialized research skills with children on the autism spectrum. The student will contribute to NIH-funded research projects that examine relation between executive control and social-emotional function in children with autism spectrum disorder and ADHD. The project will use electrophysiological and behavioral measures to investigate these questions in 2- to 11-year-olds with autism and 7- to 11-year olds with ADHD. Broadly, the lab is focused on executive control, social cognition and social perception and, in particular, seeks to understand changes in these systems resulting from targeted interventions. Additionally, we seek to understand individual differences within individuals with autism spectrum disorders.

The undergraduate student will be involved in several aspects of the project including but not limited to data entry and scoring, literature reviews and recruitment. The students will also have the opportunity to observe, and once reliable conduct study visits. We encourage our students to explore their personal interests, and give them the opportunity to take on personal projects of their choosing as well.

The Faja Lab is part of a larger research network in the Laboratories of Cognitive Neuroscience that includes a multidisciplinary team of researchers with expertise from a wide range of fields, including neuroscience, psychology, and education. In collaboration with clinical experts in fields such as developmental pediatrics and child neurology, we are working to expand our knowledge of child development and developmental disorders. Through this collaborative and comprehensive approach, we aim to drive the science forward as rapidly as possible, so that we can translate what we learn into earlier identification, improved therapies, and better outcomes for children and families affected by developmental disorders. As part of this vibrant environment, students enjoy a variety of additional professional development opportunities and lectures.

For further information please contact, [email protected].

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Research Study Coordinator, Labs of Cognitive Neuroscience,Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard School of Medicine

The Faja Lab within the Laboratories of Cognitive Neuroscience (LCN) at Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Research Study Coordinator for a new NIMH-funded project examining the emergence of executive function difficulties in young children with ASD relative to children with developmental delays or no developmental concerns. Research in the LCN is generally dedicated to furthering our understanding of brain and cognitive development in children diagnosed with or at risk for various developmental disorders. Through a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach, we aim to drive the science forward as rapidly as possible, so that we can translate what we learn into earlier identification, improved therapies, and better outcomes for children and families affected by developmental disorders. Children’s Hospital of Boston is ranked as the top Children’s Hospital in the United States and is committed research and to building a diverse workforce. Applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities are strongly encouraged.

The Research Study Coordinator will work primarily on a project that will examine biological and behavioral markers associated with executive and social functioning in preschool aged children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), developmental delays, and no developmental concerns. The project will use electrophysiology, behavioral, clinical, and parent report measures in a group of children who are participating at multiple time points. Responsibilities will include oversight of day-to-day operations of the project as well as coordination for a lab with research focused on autism spectrum disorders within the LCN. This includes working with and coordinating a team of undergraduate students, graduate students, fellows, and staff members associated with the research project. In addition, duties will include grant preparation, preparing progress reports, and IRB management. The coordinator will work to develop and oversee a database that includes physiological, behavioral, clinical, and parent report data across time points and coordinate data sharing with NIMH. The Research Coordinator will perform standardized developmental, cognitive and physiological assessments. Finally, the Research Coordinator will contribute to data processing, scoring, and cleaning and will have the opportunity to assist with analysis.

Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, or related field, as well as a 2- year commitment to the

position At least 2 years of paid professional experience working in a research setting with human subjects Availability for flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends to facilitate visits Previous professional experience with children with autism spectrum disorders Computer skills including working knowledge of PC and Mac operating systems, basic statistics software (e.g. Excel, SPSS),

and basic experimental presentation and collection software (e.g., ePrime, Redcap, Matlab) Ability to assist with grant preparation, publications, presentations and/or applications to an Institutional Review Board

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High level of motivation; ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team; excellent communication skills, problem solving abilities, organization, and attention to detail

Preferred experience includes: Knowledge of psychophysiological/electrophysiological recording measures Experience with administering and scoring standardized measures of autism symptoms (e.g., the ADOS, ADI) A master’s degree in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, or related field

Please apply for the position online (http://www.childrenshospital.org/career-opportunities/searchcareer-opportunities). Click ‘Search Openings’, and enter AutoReqId 44692BR. Candidates being considered for this position will be asked to provide 3 professional references.

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Laboratory Coordinator Position—Emory University

The Memory at Emory laboratory in the Department of Psychology, Emory University (http://Scholarblogs.emory.edu/bauerlab/), directed by Dr. Patricia Bauer, seeks a full-time laboratory coordinator (job classification: Research Specialist).

The laboratory coordinator will assist with studies of the development of episodic and semantic memory, in preschool to school-age children, and young adults. The laboratory makes use of behavioral measures, eye tracking, and event-related potential (ERP) methods. Duties include contributing to study design, creating experimental stimuli, testing participants, managing data, and assisting with data analysis. There also are administrative duties including assisting with participant recruitment and training and supervising undergraduate research assistants. Coordinators also have the opportunity to attend and present the work of the laboratory at scientific conferences and to contribute to preparation of scientific publications.

The position is ideally suited to a recent college graduate who has a bachelor’s degree in psychology, cognitive science, linguistics, neuroscience, or a related field and who is (a) looking for additional research experience before going on to graduate school or (b) seeking a more permanent employment opportunity. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor's degree in related scientific field or discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant research experience. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, computer literacy, an ability to work independently, and an interest in development are a must. The applicant should be comfortable interacting with children of all ages, with undergraduate students, and with parents and community members. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Emory University is a vibrant, research-centered private university, located in Atlanta, Georgia. The position offers competitive salary (commensurate with experience), health benefits, and a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment. Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled. The successful candidate may start as early as May 2018 and no later than July 2018. A 2-year commitment is required. To apply for this position, please submit (1) a cover letter describing your research experiences and career goals, and (2) your CV or resume, to Dr. Natalie Merrill ([email protected]). (3) Please also arrange for two letters of recommendation, also to be submitted to Dr. Merrill. If you have questions about the position or the lab, please contact Dr. Patricia Bauer or Dr. Natalie Merrill ([email protected] or [email protected]). Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

This is an equal employment opportunity, and Emory is an affirmative action employer. Emory does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran/Reserve/National Guard status.

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Research Assistant, Child Development Laboratory, University of Maryland (Dr. Nathan Fox, Director)

The Child Development Lab at the University of Maryland is searching for a person to fill the position of Research Assistant. The successful applicant will work on a study funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, called the Temperament Over Time Study. This large, longitudinal study examines the effects of infant temperament on later social and cognitive development and examines trajectories of development that may result in the emergence of psychopathology in adolescence. The study is being conducted in collaboration with the Section on Developmental Affective Neuroscience at the National Institute of Mental Health. RAs work with clinical psychologists, developmental and cognitive neuroscientists, and brain imagers involved in the project. The position involves recruiting, scheduling, and assessing adolescents and their families and will involve seeing subjects on week-ends.

A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Cognitive or Affective Neuroscience, or a social science related field is required. The position requires attention to detail, organizational and planning abilities, and excellent interpersonal skills. Experience working or completing research with children, families or adolescents is preferred. The position can begin as early as June 1, 2018 and requires a two-year commitment. Interested individuals should send a cover letter, CV, and the names and email addresses of two references to Dr. Nathan A. Fox at [email protected] and Dr. Kaylee Seddio at [email protected].

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Research Assistant - Developmental Psychology

We are looking to appoint a Research Assistant to work on an exciting ESRC funded Developmental Psychology project examining children’s language acquisition in the digital age. This project is a collaboration between the University of Salford and Lancaster University. This is an ideal opportunity for an early career researcher to make a valuable contribution to impactful research, and to develop high-level skills in the area of developmental research. The role will involve managing the day to day running of the project including both research and administrative tasks. The post-holder will be responsible for recruitment and data collection with 2-4 year old children both in the lab and at nurseries/preschools, and will contribute to data analysis and dissemination of the research findings to both academic and public communities.

The applicant must be able to start the post before the 26th May 2018.

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The Gaab Lab in collaboration with the Fetal-Neonatal Neuroimaging and Developmental Science Center at Boston Children’s Hospital is looking for a Research Assistant to assist with all study phases of a NICHD funded longitudinal project which assesses functional and structural brain development from infancy to early elementary school age. This includes subject recruitment for pediatric research studies which will include close interaction with nurseries, child care centers and elementary schools in the Boston area, scheduling of pediatric research subjects, database maintenance, implementation and maintenance of analysis software; pediatric testing (including MRI/fMRI scanning of young children and infants) and data analyses (psychometrics, psychophysics and structural/functional magnetic imaging), stimuli design and administrative work (e.g., preparation of internal review board proposals). These positions are ideal for anyone considering future graduate study in cognitive (developmental) neuroscience, developmental psychology, computer science, cognitive science or neuroscience. Bachelor's Degree in computer science, psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, math, or related field required. Comfort with a heterogeneous computing environment (Linux/Unix, Mac, and Windows) as well as some programming experience preferred; knowledge of psychological experiment software (E Prime, Presentation, etc.) and/or fMRI analyses software helpful. Prior experience with infants and children would be very helpful. Demonstrable pre-existing interest in developmental psychology/ cognitive neuroscience desired; knowledge of neuroanatomy, statistics or machine learning helpful. Must be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and must like working with infants, children and families. Start date September or October 2018. Please first apply to [email protected] with a cover letter and CV.

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Clinical Research Specialist I, Labs of Cognitive Neuroscience, Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard School of Medicine

The Laboratories of Cognitive Neuroscience (LCN) at Boston Children’s Hospital are dedicated to furthering our understanding of brain and cognitive development in children diagnosed with or at risk for various developmental disorders. Our multidisciplinary team of researchers brings together experts from a wide range of fields, including neuroscience, psychology, and education. In collaboration with clinical experts in fields such as developmental pediatrics and child neurology, we are working to expand our knowledge of neurodevelopmental disorders. Through this collaborative and comprehensive approach, we aim to drive the science forward as rapidly as possible, so that we can translate what we learn into earlier identification, improved therapies, and better outcomes for children and families affected by developmental disorders.

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The Clinical Research Specialist (CRS) will work on a collaborative project between Boston Children’s Hospital (PI Charles Nelson) and Boston University (PI Helen Tager-Flusberg) that is investigating the early development of infants who have an older sibling with an autism spectrum disorder, infants displaying delays at their 12 month well-baby visit, and infants with no developmental concerns. Our goal is to find signs that suggest risk for this disorder between infants with an older sibling with an autism spectrum disorder, and those displaying developmental concern, based on early differences detected on a screening tool. The project will use electrophysiology, eye tracking and behavioral measures in a group of 3- to 36-month-old children who are participating in a longitudinal study. Responsibilities include working with, and coordinating a team of undergraduate students, postdocs, and research staff associated with the research project in addition to IRB management and preparing progress reports. The CRS will be responsible for administering electrophysiological and eye tracking lab protocols, and perform standardized diagnostic and developmental assessments. Furthermore, the CRS will oversee data management, as well as contribute to running the day-to-day operations for research protocols under the direction of the Principal Investigator and the Program Manager.

Eligible candidates have the following qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, or related field, as well as a 2-year commitment to the position

At least two years of paid professional experience working in a research setting with human subjects Experience working with infants or children in a research setting, preferably using behavioral or neuroimaging measures

such as eye tracking, EEG, or ERP Previous experience working with children with an autism spectrum disorder Ability to assist with grant preparation, publications, presentations and/or applications to an Institutional Review Board Experience with administering and scoring standardized measures of autism symptoms (e.g., the ADOS, MSEL) High level of motivation; ability to work independently and as part of a team; excellent communication, organization, and

attention to detail Availability for flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends

To apply, please complete the online lab application form (https://redcap.tch.harvard.edu/redcap_edc/surveys/?s=V6UudY) and upload a CV and letter of interest.

Contact Alissa Westerlund with any questions, [email protected] .

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The Austin Thought Lab at the University of Texas at Austin is seeking a full-time lab manager/coordinator to start in August 2018. Under the direction of Katharine Tillman, the lab studies interactions between language, perception, and culture in the mind, including how young children acquire abstract concepts that go beyond what they can directly observe in the world. This position involves coordinating data collection and subject recruitment, designing and running studies with children and adults, developing and maintaining administrative systems, supervising undergraduate research assistants, scheduling and record-keeping, maintaining study protocols and communicating with the Institutional Review Board, community outreach online and in person, and more. The lab coordinator will also have opportunities to conduct their own projects, and to be involved with conference presentations and journal articles. This position is particularly appropriate to candidates hoping to increase their research training prior to applying to graduate school.

Necessary qualifications: Bachelor's degree in cognitive science, psychology, linguistics, computer science, or a related field. Previous research experience Experience and comfort communicating with children (2 – 10 years old), families, and other members of the

community Ability to write clearly for any audience Ability to get tasks done efficiently and independently, and to show initiative in doing so Organized and detail-oriented

Additional preferred qualifications: Experience with research methods in developmental science Programming skills in R, Python, Matlab, and/or JavaScript/HTML/CSS

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Experience with Qualtrics and/or Amazon Mechanical Turk Statistical knowledge Experience with or interest in open science best practices (e.g., version control and data sharing with Git/Github;

study pre-registration on Open Science Framework; writing reproducible research reports in RMarkdown) Experience with audio/video editing programs Ability to speak multiple languages

For more information, please visit http://www.austinthought.org. Please contact [email protected] with any questions, and, to apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and contact information for 2 references.

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The Faja Lab within the LCN is seeking a Research Study Coordinator for a new NIMH-funded project examining the emergence of executive function difficulties in young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) relative to children with developmental delays or no developmental concerns. The project will use electrophysiology, behavioral, clinical, and parent report measures in a group of children who are participating at multiple time points. Responsibilities will include oversight of day-to-day operations of the project as well as coordination for a lab with research focused on autism spectrum disorders. This involves working with a diverse team of undergraduate students, graduate students, fellows, and staff members. Additional duties include grant preparation, preparing progress reports, and IRB management. The coordinator will perform standardized developmental, cognitive and physiological assessments. Finally, the coordinator will contribute to processing, scoring, and cleaning data with the opportunity to analyze and present research results at conferences and in manuscripts.

Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, or related field, as well as a 2-year

commitment to the position At least 2 years of paid professional experience working in a research setting with human subjects, ideally

including professional experience with autism Availability for flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends Ability to assist with grant preparation, publications, presentations and/or applications to an Institutional

Review Board High level of motivation; ability to work independently in a leadership role and as part of a diverse team;

excellent communication skills, problem solving abilities, organization, and attention to detail

To apply, please submit: (1) Letter of interest in IDEA Research Study Coordinator; (2) CV/Resume to [email protected]

In addition, the Laboratories of Cognitive Neuroscience (LCN) at Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Research Assistant to work primarily on a project that examines biological markers associated with social functioning in school aged children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). This project is a collaboration between the Nelson and Faja labs and part of an NIH-funded multisite consortium. Responsibilities will include administering EEG and eye-tracking measures, behaviorally assisting children on the autism spectrum during visits, and coordinating collection of surveys from parents. The research assistant may also be responsible for coordinating and training research interns. Opportunities to analyze and present research results at conferences and in manuscripts are also available to research assistants in the LCN.

Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, or related field Availability for flexible scheduling to facilitate visits with school-aged children

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Previous professional experience with children, including at least one year of experience working in a research setting

High level of motivation; ability to work independently and as part of a team; excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail

To apply, please submit: (1) Letter of interest in ABCCT Research Assistant; (2) CV/Resume to [email protected]

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The Center for Early Childhood Health and Development at NYU Medical Center is looking to hire a Research Coordinator starting in Summer 2018.

Research in the Center for Early Childhood Health and Development in the Division of Health and Behavior in the Department of Population Health at the NYU School of Medicine is aimed at developing and evaluating school and family based programs. Current efforts are focused on the evaluation of ParentCorps, an enhancement to Pre-Kindergarten programming that aims to promote positive achievement and behavioral outcomes for students attending high-poverty elementary schools.

We are looking for staff to coordinate and manage data activities related to professional learning and implementation of ParentCorps in early childhood settings, and the evaluation of ParentCorps implementation in NYC. We are seeking dynamic, dedicated, and team-oriented candidates with exemplary organizational skills. Candidates will have prior experience working with children and diverse populations, with human subjects’ research and proficiency with technology (e.g., online surveys, data entry in SPSS, PowerPoint). Ideally, candidates will also have experience in early childhood settings and experience in and comfort with implementation of evidence-based interventions. Thorough training in all procedures, training content and ParentCorps will be provided.

Interested Candidates:Please send a cover letter and CV or resume to Erin Lashua-Shriftman, MA: [email protected]

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The Infant Language and Perceptual Learning Lab at the University of Tennessee directed by Dr. Jessica Hay is looking for highly organized and energetic person to serve as a full-time lab manager. The lab conducts research on language acquisition, including speech segmentation and word learning, as well as speech perception in infants, young children, and adults. Research duties will focus primarily on an ongoing 5-year NIH-funded project on early language acquisition. The Lab Manager will have the opportunity to work on all aspects of the research process, from design to dissemination. Research duties include, but are not limited to: managing research projects in the lab; creating stimuli; programming experiments; recruiting participants; testing infant, child, and adult participants, using behavioral and eye tracking methodologies; conducting literature searches; coding and analyzing data; assisting with manuscript editing and preparation; and preparing conference presentations. There is the possibility of becoming a co-author on manuscripts submitted for publication. Administrative duties include, but are not limited to: recruiting, hiring, and training undergraduate volunteers; coordinating with graduate students on lab projects; managing participant scheduling; community outreach; recruitment and database management in coordination with the other developmental labs in the department; purchasing equipment; hardware/software maintenance; managing human subject protocols; assisting with expense and grant management; maintaining lab website; coordinating lab events and meetings; and general faculty support. Preferred start date of June 4th, 2018 to allow for overlap with current lab manager.

Qualifications Required Experience:- Bachelors degree or equivalent in psychology, audiology and speech pathology, linguistics, cognitive science, neuroscience, or a related field

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- Minimum 1-2 years of research experience (preferably in cognitive or language development)- Excellent skills interacting with infants and children as well as teachers and parents, and must be able to supervise undergraduate research assistants- Experience working with infants or young children and strong interest in cognitive, perceptual, and language development- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SPSS or equivalent statistical package and willing to learn R, E-Prime, Matlab, Praat, Tobi Studio, Adobe Director, and File Maker Pro- Excellent verbal communication skills are essential as duties involve interacting with parents, teachers, and department administrators- Strong organization and writing skills

Preferred Qualifications:- Previous experience working in and/or managing a developmental lab- Training in experimental design and statistical analysis- Experience with eye tracking methodologies, including experimental programming and analysis- Proficiency with statistical analysis software (R, SPSS, etc.)

For more information about the lab, or to request details about thejob, visit http://infantlanguagelab.utk.edu/ or email the lab at [email protected]

To apply please follow this link:https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/ut_system/jobdetail.ftl?job=18000000H4&tz=GMT-04%3A00

Applicants should include a cover letter and CV:Please also be prepared to arrange for three letters of recommendation to be emailed upon request.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with the goal of hiring the best candidate by the beginning of June, if not sooner. Minimum 1-2 year commitment. This job will offer competitive salary (commensurate with experience), health benefits, and a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment. The University of Tennessee is a vibrant, research-centered public university, located in Knoxville, TN.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

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The Communication Development Lab (https://www.northeastern.edu/cdl/), directed by Dr. David J. Lewkowicz at Northeastern University in Boston is seeking a full-time lab manager. This is a benefits-earning position that requires a minimum 1-year commitment although a 2-year commitment is preferred. The lab manager’s duties include recruitment and scheduling of infants and young children, testing of infants and children in the lab as well as at off-campus sites (daycare centers, museums), data management and database maintenance, supervision of student research assistants, and administrative responsibilities.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in psychology, cognitive science, or related field, and at least 1-year experience working in a research lab with infants and young children. Strong computer, statistical, and managerial skills are essential. In addition, the successful candidate must be highly attentive to details, have excellent interpersonal skills, be capable of working independently as well as with others in a complex, demanding, and exciting research environment, and must enjoy interacting with children and their parents.

Interested applicants may apply for this position at https://neu.peopleadmin.com/postings/54101. Please include a cover letter describing your research experiences and career goals, CV, and 2-3 references with contact information

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(phone number and email address) for each of the referees. Review of applications will begin immediately with the goal of filling the position sometime between June and July, 2018.

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The Infant Studies Lab at the University of Notre Dame seeks a full-time Project Coordinator. The start date of this position is as early as possible, but ideally no later than June 1, 2018. Note that the appointment is relatively short-term – through December 2018.

The lab is directed by Dr. Jill Lany, and its members consist of a hardworking team of graduate and undergraduate students. More about the lab can be found at ndinfantstudieslab.com

The Project Coordinator will aid in carrying out NSF funded research projects on the development of early language skills. Managing the project includes diverse responsibilities, including scheduling and supervising other researchers and research assistants; recruiting participants; data collection, coding, and preparation for analyses; maintaining computers and data collection equipment. We are seeking applicants with the following qualifications:

· A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related field

· One or more years of significant experience working in a research laboratory

· Good computer skills (e.g., proficiency with Word and Excel are essential; proficiency with one or more other packages (e.g., SPSS, R, Matlab, etc.) is desirable)

· Experience and comfort with working with digital audio files, pictures and movies, as well as interfaces between software and hardware for creating and displaying such stimuli

· Experience working with infants and/or children and their parents

The following qualities are also essential to the position:

· Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

· Attention to detail

· Ability to meet deadlines and balance multiple tasks and projects

· Willingness to learn new skills and acquire new responsibilities

· Self-motivation

· The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively

Compensation is based on Notre Dame pay scales, and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The compensation package includes benefits.

Please send: (1) CV or resume, (2) cover letter detailing interests, relevant experience, and future educational or career goals, and (3) contact information for three references to: Jayde Homer [email protected].

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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The Child Development Lab (CDL) at the University of Maryland under the direction of Nathan Fox is searching for an individual to assume the position of Laboratory Coordinator to be available by June 1. The Laboratory Coordinator responsibilities include management of a multi-site Program Project Grant funded by NICHD as well as management of other NIH funded longitudinal studies. It involves working with both US and foreign institutions on grant and budget preparation/management, submission of progress reports, management of Institutional Review Board submissions, and general study logistics (coordinating travel, scheduling meetings). The Lab Coordinator also manages the day-to-day activities of the CDL including, monitoring and ordering supplies, assisting in the staff hiring process, creating agendas, running lab and study-related meetings, preparing grant budgets and training lab staff on University and lab policies. Information regarding current ongoing studies at the CDL can be found at cdl.umd.edu/current-studies/.

Minimum Qualifications: BA or BS in psychology or related field and a minimum of 2 year post-bac research experience in the social sciences. Skills should include familiarity with budgets, Excel and understanding of IRB study protocol submissions. The position requires keen attention to detail, organizational and planning abilities, and excellent interpersonal skills. The individual in this position will be working on multiple, large-scale projects simultaneously.

Preferences: BA or BS with Two years of research experience is preferred.

There are no physical demands.

Additional Information: TO apply, please provide cover letter describing research and lab experience, names and contact info of at least three references, and a CV or Resume to Julie Staples-Watson ([email protected]) and Nathan Fox ([email protected]).

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Lab Manager/Research Assistant

Professor Jessica Cantlon is seeking a full-time research assistant and lab manager for the Concepts, Actions, and Objects Lab at the University of Rochester/Carnegie Mellon (http://caoslab.bcs.rochester.edu). The position will offer the opportunity to engage in a wide array of research methods converging on the topic of conceptual thought. The research focuses on the organization of concepts and categories (e.g., numbers, letters, faces, tools) in the adult and developing brain. Techniques include functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and cognitive testing with adults, children, and neuropsychological patients.

Responsibilities will include designing and programming stimulus materials, and data collection and analysis. Additional responsibilities include participant recruiting, IRB protocol maintenance, and other managerial duties (e.g., supervising undergraduates). The ideal candidate will have basic programming experience with MATLAB and/or fMRI software (e.g., SPM, BrainVoyager, FSL). Experience testing children in cognitive paradigms is also desired.

Interested applicants should send a CV and cover letter to [email protected]

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Research Assistant, CAOs Lab, University of Rochester and Carnegie Mellon University

The Concepts, Actions, and Objects Lab is seeking a full-time lab manager/research assistant (under Prof. Jessica Cantlon). The position will offer the opportunity to engage in a wide array of research methods converging on the topic of conceptual thought. The RA position will focus on the organization of concepts and categories (e.g., faces, numbers, living things) in non-human primates (rhesus macaques) and humans. Techniques will include behavioral testing with non-human primates and humans. Responsibilities will include non-human primate handling, protocol maintenance, designing and programming stimulus materials, and data collection and analysis. Desired skills include behavioral, neurophysiological, or MRI training with non-human primates, and stimulus programming experience (e.g. E-Prime, RealBasic, MatLab, etc.). Bachelor's degree required. The ideal candidate would be willing to work on a shared project between the University of Rochester and Carnegie Mellon University. The position start date is May 2018. Salary is approximately $32K, depending on experience, plus full benefits. To apply, please send your CV to [email protected] website: http://caoslab.bcs.rochester.edu/

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Duke’s Motivated Cognition and Aging Brain Lab (PI: Greg Samanez-Larkin) is currently seeking to hire a full-time Research Coordinator beginning in Summer 2018. The position is a minimum of a one-year commitment (-renewable).

Our lab’s research focuses identifying psychological and neurobiological strengths at all stages of adulthood that can be used to enhance everyday decision making. Please see https://www.mcablab.science/ for more information on our lab’s focus and ongoing projects.

Primary responsibilities for the Research Coordinator will include (1) assisting with the design and implementation of behavioral, eye-tracking, and fMRI experiments, (2) recruitment and testing of human subjects, (3) coordinating volunteer research assistants, and (4) preprocessing and analysis of experimental data. The Research Coordinator will work closely with our senior postdoc, Kendra Seaman, on project management. However, our lab is a highly cooperative environment and the research coordinator can anticipate collaborating with others in the laboratory.

Job qualifications include a BA or BS in psychology, neuroscience, behavioral economics, data science, or a related field. Strong applicants from other fields may be considered. Excellent organizational, time management, problem solving, interpersonal and communication skills are required.

Preferred qualifications include prior experience with experimental design, programming of behavioral tasks, human subject data collection, and data analysis. Technical skills (e.g. Python, R, Unix) are also highly desired, but not required. Prior experience managing teams of people and/or an interest in psychological and neurobiological changes across adulthood is also a plus.

Individuals from backgrounds that are underrepresented in science are strongly encouraged to apply.For full consideration, please submit (1) a CV or resume and (2) a cover letter detailing research experience, interests, and technical expertise here by April 27, 2018.

Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Kendra Seaman ([email protected]).

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