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Cognitive Neuroscience Research Assistant
Stanford Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience Laboratory
Department of Psychiatry
Stanford University
DESCRIPTION: Stanford University invites applications for the post of a Cognitive
Neuroscience Research Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to work on brain imaging
studies of cognitive function and dysfunction, cognitive development and learning
disabilities. The successful candidate will participate in all aspects of research in the
lab, including: acquisition and analysis of functional brain imaging data, assembling and
administering neuropsychological assessments, screening and recruiting participants,
obtaining informed consent, scheduling participants for testing, tracking progress of the
study and behavioral data, verifying data and entering pertinent information into database
for statistical analysis, conducting statistical analyses, and assisting with manuscript
preparation. A minimum commitment of two years is required. This is a full-time position
with competitive benefits. Lab website is
http://scsnl.stanford.edu. Please email a CV, a
statement of research interests and career goals, and contact information for three
references to Emma Adair at eadair(a)stanford.edu.
QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a BS/BA degree in psychology, human biology, neuroscience,
biomedical engineering or related fields as well as one to two years of research
experience. A strong academic record is essential. Past research experience with fMRI is
highly desirable. Experience with any of the following would be an added advantage: brain
imaging data analysis, psychophysiology, EEG, computer programming, MATLAB, signal
processing, statistical analysis, and neuropsychological assessment. The candidate must
have strong organizational and interpersonal skills; the ability to work well with
children; a willingness to tackle complex tasks in an independent manner; and a strong
work ethic.