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* Position Title:

** Research Associate for Binder grant
** Faculty or Staff:
** Staff
* * Full Time or Part Time:
** Full time
** In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:
** In-Person
** Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:**$23.07

Rate of pay commensurate with experience
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* Start Date:

** 06/01/2026
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* Job Description:

** Research Associate The Binder Cognition Lab seeks a Research Associate to work on an NIH R15–funded project examining literacy profiles of adults with low literacy skills. The position involves close collaboration with the Principal Investigator and plays a key role in project administration, community coordination, and supervision of undergraduate research assistants. This role is ideal for recent graduates planning to pursue graduate study in cognitive or developmental psychology or related fields.###

### Essential Responsibilities
* Maintain accurate and confidential participant records, consent forms, and databases
* Administer screening measures to adult participants
* Coordinate data collection and scheduling at community partner sites
* Communicate professionally with community partners
* Assist with grant budgets, reports, and applications
* Train, supervise, and mentor undergraduate research assistants
* Ensure adherence to research protocols and ethical standards
* Support data analysis and research dissemination (posters and manuscripts)###

Required Qualifications
* Strong communication and organizational skills
* Ability to supervise and provide feedback to undergraduate students###

Preferred Qualifications
* Interest in graduate study in cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, or a related field
* Interest in grant writing, assessment, data analysis, and research dissemination### Additional Information The Research Associate will play a central role in mentoring undergraduates and supporting community-engaged research within the Binder Cognition Lab.

Note:

This position is funded by a three-year grant that concludes on May 31, 2029. Continuation of funding is likely, which may allow for an extension of the position.
** Hire rate: $23.07
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** Special Instructions for Applicants:
** Apply online; application materials must include:
* A
** cover letter
** summarizing interests and qualifications
* A complete
** resume
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** curriculum vitae**
* ** For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.
** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.##
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