Research Assistant, Department of Psychology - College of Arts & Sciences

Research Assistant, Department of Psychology – Georgetown University College of Arts & Sciences

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital, offering rigorous academic programs and a global perspective.

• Collect brain imaging data from human subjects for grant‑related studies; contact and schedule families, debrief families.
• Collect neuropsychological data from participants.
• Keep records for all data‑related activities for the grant.
• Maintain IRB protocols and a database of behavioral data associated with grant studies.
• Score and tabulate and supervise data entry in REDCAP database.
• Coordinate with research team at Children's National Medical Center participant recruitment and scheduling.
• Manage the day‑to‑day lab operations as well as participant payments and the petty cash account.
• Manage Pro Card reconciliation related activities such as compiling receipts.
• Coordinate lab events and weekly lab meetings.

The incumbent reports to Dr. Vaidya and will assist 3 graduate students and supervise 2–3 undergraduate students working on ongoing studies associated with grants.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in MATLAB scripting, brain‑imaging software (SPM, FSL), Linux operating system, and PC/MA.
• Good organizational skills and interpersonal skills for interactions with child participants.
• 2–3 years experience preferred, or a combination of education and experience.

On‑Campus.

$18.28 – $27.33 per hour.

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work‑life balance benefits, employee discounts, and an array of voluntary insurance options.