Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I Full-time

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.

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.

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

Experience using Head-Mounted Eye tracking system

Experience with MATLAB

Experience with eye-tracking data annotation

Experience with experimental studies with young children.

$36,000

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest