Research Assistant Position: ASD Development Lab at the Center for Autism and the Developing

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Research assistant position: ASD Development Lab at the Center for Autism and the Developing Brain

The ASD Development Lab (PI: So Hyun “Sophy” Kim, Ph.D.) at the Center for Autism and the Developing Brain (CADB; Director: Catherine Lord, Ph.D.) at Weill Cornell Medicine is currently seeking full-time research assistants to work on research studies on children and adults with autism spectrum disorders including a newly NIMH funded study (PI : Sophy Kim). The RA's primary responsibilities include behavioral coding, subject recruitment, testing participants with standardized assessments as well as play based assessments, managing and analyzing datasets, preparing and maintaining IRB protocols, and running ERP/EEG tasks. The RA will be working with individuals with autism with varying levels of language and cognitive abilities. The expected start date for the position is Spring/Summer 2018. See below for more details. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who would like to gain research experience prior to attending graduate school.

Application review will take place on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested applicants should send a CV, names and contact information for 2 references, and a cover letter describing relevant experience, interests, and long-term goals to Sophy Kim ().

Position Activities:

· Codes videos of parent child interactions using newly developed treatment outcome measures

· Recruits subjects for research studies based on study recruitment criteria.

· Maintains paper and electronic research and clinical records in accordance with Medical College policies and procedures.

· Organizes, schedules, and conducts clinical research assessments using specialized interviews and psychological assessment measures.

· Conducts literature searches and provides manuscript preparation support.

· Assists with preparation of grant proposals and IRB applications and amendments.

· Collects and updates data sets including test scores, demographics, and training records.

· Enters data into databases.

· Carries out and prepares written reports of simple statistical analyses.

· Prepares PowerPoint presentations.

· Run ERP/EEG sessions with young children.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field and related experience.

· Transportation required for local travel.

Highly Desired Requirements:

· Experience with autism or with children and families with developmental disabilities or mental health issues preferred.

· Previous research experience and experience with ERP/EEG experiments.

· Ability to speak Spanish.

Skills and Abilities:

· Superior interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

· Familiarity with software including EPrime, R, SPSS, MS Word, Access, and PowerPoint. SAS, Stat, Medline, PsychInfo, and other library resources a plus.

· Must be able to coordinate a large data set with accuracy and provide timely dissemination of information arising from it.

Note: No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Weill Cornell Medical College is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EOE/M/F/Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Contact: Please send cover letters and resumes to Sophy Kim .

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NSF-REUSite: Comparative and Developmental Origins of Social Cognition at Yale: Dates: June 4- August 10, 2018

The Canine Cognition CenterandSocial Cognitive Development Labare seeking applicants for a summer 2018 NSF-REUprogram.TheREUprogram is supported by an award from the U.S. National Science Foundation (Award #1659085) to Yale University as part of the Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program. The broad goal of the Comparative and Developmental Origins of Social CognitionREUSite is to provide students from under-represented backgrounds with joint training in developmental and comparative psychology research. Students will gain experience investigating the origins of human social cognition from two different but related perspectives: developmental studies testing human children’s social understanding and comparative studies examining social cognition in domesticated dogs. TheREUis coordinated by Psychology professors Dr. Laurie Santos and Dr. Yarrow Dunham.

REUstudents will have a rare opportunity to participate in all aspects of the research process: research design, subject recruitment, stimulus generation, data collection, data entry, coding, and statistical analysis. In addition, students will have the opportunity to interact as colleagues: participating in weekly lab meetings, reading current literature, contributing to theoretical discussions regarding the comparative and developmental origins of social cognition, and attending a professional development series focusing on topics such as applying to graduate school, getting the most out of your undergraduate career, etc. Students will meet weekly with a graduate student mentor, and the PI and co-PI will attend bi-monthly social events. TheREUFellowship includes a $500/week stipend and can cover limited travel costs.

To be eligible for the YaleREUprogram, applicants must:

be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
be a full-time student (and be returning to school in the fall)
have experience or be comfortable working around dogs
commit to the full 40 hr/ week 9-week internship, which will include at least some weekends

Women and members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. NSF defines underrepresented groups as Alaska Natives, Native Americans, Blacks or African Americans, Hispanics, Native Hawaiians, and other Pacific Islanders, and Persons with Disabilities. Applicants who are first generation college-going (neither of their parents graduated from college) and/or geographically isolated (separated by geographic barriers or distance) are also of special interest.

For more information and for our application, visit For any specific questions, feel free to .

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Job Description:

TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I/LAB COORDINATOR, Brain and Cognitive Sciences (BCS), to join the Early Childhood Cognition Lab under the direction of Dr. Laura Schulz. The lab investigates the origins of children's early commonsense understanding of the world. It is broadly interested in factors that affect children's curiosity, exploration, and learning. Will be responsible for testing toddlers and preschool children on research protocols; involving parents and children in research; managing and maintaining materials for participant recruitment, including consent forms, human subject material, etc.; supporting the lab's relationship with the broader community, particularly its partners at the Boston Children's Museum; and supporting faculty, graduate students, and postdocs in research, including training and supervising undergraduate research assistants, coding data, maintaining video files and databases, maintaining the lab webpage, and assisting with grant submissions.

Job Requirements:
REQUIRED: at least one year of experience; demonstrated interest in behavioral or developmental research; experience working with young children, parents, and the community, preferably in a research setting; administrative and managerial experience; basic computer skills; organizational skills; initiative and ability to work independently; flexibility; and excellent communication skills. A bachelor's degree in psychology, cognitive science, linguistics, or related field and experience with database management and web design are preferred. Job #15564

To be considered for this position, your application material must include a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for two to three references (names, positions, emails). The contact information may be included as part of the cover letter. Please send to
The position will start in Summer 2018. Please also use the MIT system to apply:

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Yale University Computation and Cognitive Development Lab

Summer Internship 2018

The Computation and Cognitive Development Lab (CCDL), run by Dr. Julian Jara-Ettinger, studies the cognitive building blocks of our ability to make sense of and navigate the social and physical world. Previous and current research in the lab has examined topics such as children’s understanding of fairness, luck, and knowledge. More information about our research can be found at

We are seeking undergraduate interns to participate first hand in our research studies. Summer interns will have the chance to take part in all aspects of the research process, and will help recruit and test participants ages three to eight, learn to design and run studies, and code and analyze results. In addition, interns will have the chance to attend lab meetings, participate in reading groups, and join graduate students, interns, and other researchers in the Yale psychology department for social activities including bowling, trivia nights, and dinners.

Interns will work 30-40 hours per week. This internship is best suited for students interested in or studying developmental or cognitive psychology, or cognitive sciences. Students are encouraged to apply for funding from their home institution, but internal funding is available on a need basis. The internship will run from early June through the end of July.

If you are interested in applying, please fill out the application form foundhere, and submit the application, a CV/Resumé, and a copy of your transcript (unofficial is fine) as a PDF with subject line “[YOUR LAST NAME] CCDL Internship 2018" . Additionally, pleasehave one letter of recommendation sent directly from the recommender to the lab manager . We will begin reviewing applications in mid-February.

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MIT/MGH Institute

We are recruiting applicantswho have testing and assessment experienceto join our research team. Applications are accepted through this website:

PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL EVALUATOR, McGovern Institute for Brain Research, to administer and score standardized cognitive and language assessments in children, adolescents, and adults; and train and supervise colleagues to administer and score selected tests. Responsibilities will include collaborating with clinical and basic science investigators to organize and implement research protocols; maintaining accurate paper and electronic records for subject evaluations; assisting with efforts to identify and recruit language- and reading-based learning impaired participants; and performing related duties as needed.

The position offers an opportunity to assist with the collection of clinical and basic science data, including human neuroimaging (MRI, EEG) and behavior.

REQUIRED: a bachelor's degree (master’s preferred) in psychology or other relevant area; and a minimum of two years’ clinical work experience working with children, adolescents, and their parents (clinical experience must be clear from the job application and from recommenders); proficiency with standard computer software (word processing, spreadsheet, etc.) and comfort learning new computer applications and tasks; strong analytical and research skills; detail orientation; ability to work independently; and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Job #14728

Application material should include a list of tests and associated level of expertise with them. This may be included as part of the cover letter or resume.

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The Developmental Social Neuroscience Lab at UNC Chapel Hill, directed by Dr. Eva Telzer, is seeking to hire a lab manager. Our lab examines how social contexts, such as the family and peers, influence adolescent decision making. We use diverse methodological tools, including daily experience sampling, diurnal cortisol, and fMRI.

Responsibilities for the current position include, but are not limited to, overseeing all administrative aspects of the lab, includingIRBpreparation and submission, oversight of all human subjects-related research, managing the budget, assisting with grant applications and progress reports, training and overseeing undergraduate research assistants, managing all personnel in the lab, and overseeing research activities in the lab including protocol development, participant retention, data collection, and data management. The lab manager must be able to effectively collect fMRI data from child and adolescent participants, which includes consenting/assenting families, putting children in the scanner, and applying basic standardized quality control. This individual is responsible for overseeing projects and independently conducting research with minimal oversight and is expected to take the initiative to improve study protocols and adapt procedures to suit lab objectives. The position will have a start date around June 2018.

The ideal applicant will have a B.S. or B.A. and have a background in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field. This position is ideal for a recent college graduate interested in pursuing a PhD in a related field as well as professionals looking to work on cutting edge research with adolescent populations.

Applicant should submit a cover letter, CV, and list of references who may be asked to provide letters of recommendation. Please submit these materials at

For more information about our research, see

Other exceptional resources available to the postdoc:

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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We are seeking an innovative researcher to join the Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy (CCEC) at The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH).

Job Description: Conducts high quality and cutting-edge research in the field of early childhood, broadly defined. Formulates innovative research questions, develops research projects, regularly pursues external research funding, and publishes in top-tier peer-reviewed journals, both independently and in collaboration with others. Functions as a research and development specialist in a field related to early childhood. Specific duties include: collecting data, analyzing data, and making decisions about research design; pursuing an innovative research agenda that aligns with the mission of the CCEC and securing external funding to support research endeavors; providing mentorship and support for colleagues and students at various stages of scientific growth; engaging in writing of scholarly reports for peer-reviewed outlets, internal/local outlets (e.g., white papers), and evaluation outlets; providing leadership on the conduct of collaborative research. The successful candidate will be a critical thinker with a demonstrated ability to be an independent researcher, produce high-quality research outputs, be innovative and collaborative, have a history of successfully obtaining sponsored funding, maintain and manage multiple simultaneous research projects and associated deadlines, participate in the selection of key research personnel to work on project(s) undertaken, supervise and review the work of collaborating research staff and instruct on methods and procedures necessary to achieve desired goals and meet deadlines.

Learn more about the CCEC:

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Interested Applicants are encouraged to apply through this link:

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We are looking to hire a college graduate with strong organizational and interpersonal skills as a full time research coordinator for several projects investigating the neural basis and nature of cognitive deficits in neuropsychiatric disorders.

This is an excellent research opportunity for someone bound for graduate school in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or medicine. The primary line of investigation focuses on the contribution of abnormal sleep to impaired memory consolidation in schizophrenia and autism.

The techniques employed include polysomnography (sleep electroencephalography), functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), magneto- and electroencephalography (MEG/EEG), and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI).

The coordinator will work closely with the Principal Investigator, lab mates, and collaborators on all aspects of the research projects. Training in data acquisition and analysis will be provided. Responsibilities are varied and include managing patient studies, recruitment, screening and characterization of participants, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with grant applications, human subject applications, and publications. Knowledge of Mac and/or Linux/UNIX operating systems as well as some programming experience are an asset, as is a high level of comfort with novel computer applications and environments. A background in psychology, statistics, and neuroscience is an asset. A mentored research project is encouraged. The candidate must be mature and responsible with excellent organizational, interpersonal as well as oral and written communication skills. S/He must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, juggle and prioritize multiple tasks, feel comfortable working with clinical and non-clinical study populations, working as part of a team and seek assistance when appropriate.

Position will be available starting May 2018. A two-year commitment is required. Please submit a resume, writing sample, college transcript (unofficial is fine) and contact information for three references to Angela Savlidis:

The CRC II position can be found at MGH website: Job ID: 3056767

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The Cooperation Lab at Boston College directed by Katherine McAuliffe is seeking motivated, reliable and enthusiastic summer research assistants who would like to gain experience with research in social cognitive development. Research in the lab focuses on the development of cooperative abilities in children, with a particular focus on how children develop a sense of fairness.

Internship Description

Summer research responsibilities include participant recruitment, help running studies both in the lab and in outdoor spaces, debriefing parents, data entry and video coding. Additionally, research assistants will be involved in an informal reading and research group and will gain hands-on experience working with data. Research assistants will work closely with other team members and will be supervised by the Cooperation Lab’s director and lab manager.

Eligibility and requirements

Research assistants are asked to commit approximately 40 hours per week to research in the lab and should be open to the possibility of testing outdoors and on weekends. The tentative start date for positions is as early as May 29th and as late as June 4th. Positions will last for 10-11 weeks. These are unpaid positions so students are encouraged to seek funding from outside sources and/or their home institutions.