Research Associate, LI+TLE Lab; CSD

Join our community and experience Emerson College !

• Recruiting research participants
• Scheduling research visits
• Completing research visits, including during evening and weekend hours
• Managing data
• Assisting with human subjects protocols
• Supporting a team of research assistants
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned

• Required:
  
  A bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders or psychology or in a related field (e.g., linguistics, social work, education)..
• Required:
  
  Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Required:
  
  Previous research experience.
• Required:
  
  Certified completion of training in human subjects research in CITI or a comparable program (
  
  NOTE:
  
  this can be provided to a qualified candidate upon hiring).
• Required:
  
  A problem-solving mindset. Computer-savvy and interested in learning new skills.
• Required:
  
  Highly proficient or native speaker of American English.
• Required:
  
  Experience working with autistic individuals and their families, including preschool-aged children.
• Required;
  Must be available for evening and weekend visits.
• Preferred:
  Graduate degree in communication sciences and disorders or psychology; or in a related field (e.g., linguistics, social work, education).

• A strong academic and/or professional record.
• Robust clinical skills working with children and families, including preschoolers and autistic individuals.
• Strong professional references.
• High level of motivation; ability to work independently and as part of a team; excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail.

This position is generally sedentary in nature, movement throughout the area is required from time to time. Ability to have continuous oral and written communication with co-workers and supervisors is essential. Repetitive movements, occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds, reaching, lifting, stooping and the ability to read a computer screen, detect color-coding and read fine print will be expected.

Grade of Position: T01N

Employment Category:
Temporary (Fixed Term) ..

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

15.00

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.

Emerson Employment Categories influence work schedules, benefits eligibility, and time off policies. Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits, such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings, are available.

Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.