Research Associate
Haskins Laboratories, 300 George Street, Suite 900, New Haven CT 06511
Project Directors: Dr. Kenneth Pugh, Dr. Jay Rueckl
Haskins Laboratories is seeking a Research Associate for projects related to Cognitive
Neuroscience and Language/Reading Development as part of several recently funded NIH R01
and P01 grants.
Responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with MRI data acquisition, analysis, and data management
- Assisting with recruitment of both child and adult participants
- Performing data analysis for ongoing and completed projects
- Administering behavioral assessments and assisting with MRI scans
Requirements:
- BA in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Computer Science or related field
- Previous research experience with human populations
Additional Desired Skills:
- Previous research experience with neuroimaging techniques and data analysis (EEG/ERP,
structural and functional MRI, DTI)
- Experience with AFNI, FSL, or SPM
- Experience with E-PRIME, Presentation, and/or PsychoPy
- Strong analytical skills and basic undergraduate statistics
- Strong computer skills using Mac OS X and UNIX/Linux
- Programming skills (e.g. Python, R, MATLAB, C/C++, JAVA) are highly desirable
Interested applicants should contact Dr. Steve Frost (frosts(a)haskins.yale.edu) with cover
letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation. This position will remain open until
filled; desired start date is on or before June 1, 2013. Compensation is commensurate
with skills and experience. Haskins provides a vibrant research and learning environment,
and actively supports skill development for all employees.
Haskins Laboratories is a private, non-profit research institute with a primary focus on
speech, language, reading, and their biological basis. Haskins has long-standing, formal
affiliations with the University of Connecticut and Yale University.
Haskins Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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