Full-time RA, Computational Cognitive Neuroscience Lab
harvard university
Job Summary
The Computational Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at Harvard University, led by Professor Sam Gershman, is seeking a full-time Research Assistant (RA) to work on projects studying learning and decision making. The RA will gain experience with all aspects of the research process, which could serve as a launch pad to graduate studies.
Job-Specific Responsibilities
The RA's primary responsibilities include: (1) data acquisition using behavioral and brain imaging techniques, including web experiments; (2) management of datasets; (3) subject recruitment and screening; (4) manuscript and data preparation; and (5) general administrative duties to maintain the workings of the laboratory.
Basic Qualifications
Background in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field; experience with numerical data analysis software; experience with fMRI data acquisition and/or analysis; coursework or practical application of statistics and machine learning.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
B.A., B.S., or equivalent preferred. The RA must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, and must demonstrate the ability to work independently. Hours will vary week-to-week and will sometimes include evenings and weekends.
Experience with numerical data analysis software (preferably Matlab, Python, or R)
Additional Information
This is a one-year term position, starting on or about July 1, 2021, with possible renewal of up to one year dependent upon continuation of funding.
When applying for this position please submit your resume and cover letter in our preferred format as one combined document (resume followed by cover letter).
We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.