RESEARCH SPECIALIST at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Duties: The Changing Brain Lab at the University of Pennsylvania is seeking a full-time research specialist beginning in May 2019. The lab conducts behavioral and neuroimaging studies of brain plasticity and development, with the translational goal of improving academic outcomes for children struggling in school. This position will involve designing experiments, collecting behavioral data in schools and in lab, operating the MRI scanner, and assisting with data analysis and publication. It will also involve interacting with children and families, building research partnerships with schools and community organizations, managing a team of undergraduate research assistants, and other lab coordination duties.

Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, education, psychology, cognitive science, or related field; or equivalent combination of experience and education. Strong oral and written communication skills and Research experience at the undergraduate level, ideally in neuroscience, psychology, or related field preferred. Direct experience working with children in an educational or research setting required.

Reference Number: 02-30874

Salary Grade: 024

Employment Type: Exempt

Org: Psychology

Special Requirements: Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

Job Family: I-Technical/Professional Research