Social Science​/Humanities Research Associate

Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I

The Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I will work closely with the PI and lab group to coordinate day-to-day lab operations. The position provides a unique opportunity to obtain hands-on experiences on using cutting-edge technology to study human cognition and learning. There are also opportunities to co-author research publications and presentations. This position is ideal for highly motivated individuals who are interested in preparing for a graduate career.

This is a one-year fixed term position.

The Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I will work closely with the PI and lab group to coordinate day-to-day lab operations.

Responsibilities:

• Collecting data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures.
• Managing, coding, and analyzing video and time series data;
  Coordinating, training, and working with undergraduate research assistants.
• Recruiting and scheduling infants and young children.
• Assisting with new experimental setups.

Required Qualifications:

• BA or BS in psychology, cognitive science, or related field
• Experience working with infants and young children
• Highly motivated to learn new technology, including computer programming and sensing device setup
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong communication, organization and multitasking skills in a collaborative research environment
• Interest in development and learning

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Head-Mounted Eye tracking system
• Experience with MATLAB
• Experience with eye-tracking data annotation
• Experience with experimental studies with young children.

Salary: $36,000

Required Materials:

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest