Tuesday, February 21, 2012

JOBS: Research Assistant at Brandeis University

The Aging, Culture, and Cognition Laboratory at Brandeis University,
located in Waltham, MA, is hiring a Research Assistant. The Research
Assistant will coordinate behavioral and neuroimaging (fMRI) data
collection for studies of aging, culture, and memory, under the
direction of Dr. Angela Gutchess.

Examples of Key Responsibilities:
Assists in the collection of fMRI data off-site. Must be
reliable, pay attention to detail, and be interested in learning about
neuroimaging research. Own transportation to drive to Charlestown is
preferred
Administers research studies and data collection. This includes
recruiting participants, phone screening for eligibility, scheduling
sessions, creating experimental stimuli and tasks, conducting
computerized and paper and pencil testing, and data scoring and entry.
Coordinates laboratory activities and administrative matters for
the lab. This includes training and coordinating undergraduate
student research assistants, responding to phone calls, organizing
laboratory space and meetings, troubleshooting computer issues,
documenting laboratory procedures, and organizing human subjects
paperwork and records.

Qualifications:
Attention to detail, reliability, strong organizational skills, and
good interpersonal skills are required.
Must be able to multi-task and take initiative.
Must be willing to work flexibly and professionally with research
participants and members of the research team.
Previous experience in a research setting, such as working with
research volunteers, collecting and organizing data, and proficiency
in Word and Excel are preferred.

Bachelor's Degree preferred
Background in Psychology and/or Neuroscience preferred.

How to Apply:
Submit cover letter and resume as a single document at
http://www.brandeis.edu/humanresources/jobs/external.html. Elect
option for "External Applicant". Sort the job listing by clicking
the Job ID column heading. Locate the desired job listing. Click the
job title and then Apply Now.

Research Assistant
Brandeis University
Brandeis - Waltham Campus
Search for Research Assistant (job id # 520452)

Closing Statement:
Brandeis University operates under an affirmative action plan and
encourages minorities, women, disabled individuals, and eligible
veterans to apply. It is the policy of the University not to
discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race,
ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic
information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or on the
basis of any other legally protected category.

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Angela Gutchess, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Psychology and
Volen National Center for Complex Systems
Brandeis University
http://www.brandeis.edu/gutchess/