Research Technician - Interdisciplinary Affective Science Laboratory

Research Technician - Interdisciplinary Affective Science Laboratory About the Opportunity

The Interdisciplinary Affective Science Laboratory (IASL) within the College of Science is seeking a full-time Research Technician for an NIH‑funded, multidisciplinary project investigating the contribution of affective and motivational features associated with successful cognitive aging. This project employs MRI scans and autonomic physiological measures as well as behavioral and neuropsychological measures of affect, motivation, and memory. The project will involve healthy human adults of various ages.

• Data collection, data management, and some data analysis (for neuropsychological, behavioral, physiological, and neuroimaging data)
• Working closely with participants as well as members of our multidisciplinary team
• Administrative tasks related to participant recruitment, project organization and management

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Neuroscience, Engineering, or a related field
• Some experience working in a laboratory
• Familiarity with MRI, psychophysiology, and/or behavioral experiments is strongly preferred
• Prior experience with statistical (e.g., R or Python) and experimental software (e.g., MATLAB) is also preferred

This research position is funded by an R01 grant. The duration of this position is contingent upon the continued availability of funding from this award at its current financial level.

• Cover letter
• CV
• Three references

Research

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education, and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, as well as commuting & transportation. Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.

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$20.77 - $28.56

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