[visionlist] Research Assistant Position in the Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience lab at American University, Washington DC

[Laurie Bayet]

*Research Assistant Position in the Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
lab at American University, Washington DC*



The Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory at American University
in Washington DC, directed by Dr. Laurie Bayet (https://www.bayetlab.com/),
is currently accepting applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible
Research Assistant position, to assist on a 3-year NSF-funded project
investigating infant visual cognition using electro-encephalography (EEG)
and machine learning (NSF award # 2122961
<https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2122961>). The position
is ideal for an individual seeking to deepen their research experience in
preparation for graduate study.



*Applicants should apply electronically at
https://careers.american.edu/job-invite/10603/
<https://careers.american.edu/job-invite/10603/>  and submit a CV, cover
letter, and names and contact information of 2-3 references.* Review of
applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is
filled. Prospective applicants may email Dr. Bayet (bayet at american.edu)
with any questions.



*Recent lab publications most relevant to the project:*

Ashton, K., Zinszer, B. D., Cichy, R. M., Nelson, C. A., Aslin, R. N., &
Bayet, L. (2022). Time-resolved multivariate pattern analysis of infant EEG
data: A practical tutorial. *Developmental cognitive neuroscience*, *54*,
101094. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dcn.2022.101094

Bayet, L., Zinszer, B. D., Reilly, E., Cataldo, J. K., Pruitt, Z., Cichy,
R. M., Nelson, C. A., & Aslin, R. N. (2020). Temporal dynamics of visual
representations in the infant brain. *Developmental cognitive neuroscience*
, *45*, 100860. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dcn.2020.100860



*Essential Functions:*

   1. *Data Management:* Assisting with data collection in adherence with
   study protocols, such as: informed consent, EEG and eye-tracking
   measurements, transferring research data files to the lab server.
   2. *Participant Recruitment and Support:* Outreach, recruitment, and
   communication with families who participate in the research, such as:
   designing and implementing outreach/recruitment materials, assessing study
   eligibility, scheduling study visits, maintaining contact with
   participating families.
   3. *Data Entry and Processing:*  Conduct data entry, data
   pre-processing, video coding, and data management, in adherence with study
   protocols.
   4. *Personnel:  *Onboarding and supervision of undergraduate research
   assistants.
   5. *Study General Support:* Assisting with designing and implementing
   experimental procedures, such as: creating and validating stimuli, surveys,
   or paradigms; monitoring materials and supplies.
   6. *Compliance:* Develop and monitor IRB protocols for approval,
   modification, or renewal.
   7. *Other duties as assigned by supervisor:* Opportunity to contribute
   to conference presentations and/or manuscript writing, if desired.

*Required Education and Experience:*

   - High School diploma or equivalent.
   - KSA Statement.
   - Interest in developmental psychology, cognitive science, and/or
   neuroscience.
   - Excellent organizational and project management skills, including
   Initiative, self-motivation, rigor, attention to details, ability to work
   independently on multiple tasks, learn new skills in a fast-paced
   environment, and meet deadlines.
   - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including comfort
   interacting professionally with families, infants, and undergraduate
   students; ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
   - Prior experience in developmental research (e.g., with
   infants/children) and/or human neuroimaging research (e.g., EEG, MEG,
   fNIRS) (strongly preferred, but not strictly required if has some other
   relevant research experience).
   - Flexibility to adapt to changing hours, such as the ability to run
   study visits with families during weekends, or occasionally during the
   evening.

*Preferred Education and Experience:*

   - Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Neuroscience or closely related
   field.
   - Computational skills and programming experience in Matlab, R, and/or
   Python preferred, but not strictly required.
   - Relevant experience with neuroscience/psychology research tools (e.g.,
   NetStation, Psychtoolbox, Datavyu, Lookit, EEGLAB), data analysis, data
   processing, manuscript preparation, and/or social media/website development
   a plus.
   - The intention to make a 2-to-3-years commitment is preferred. The
   position currently has funding through August 2025, contingent upon a
   6-month probationary period and successful completion of duties.

*Additional information:*

The Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory is part of the Neuroscience
Department <https://www.american.edu/cas/neuroscience/> and the Center for
Neuroscience and Behavior
<https://www.american.edu/cas/center-neuroscience/> at American University.
American University provides a stimulating intellectual environment, just 2
miles from downtown Washington DC. DC offers a vibrant research community,
and American University enjoys proximity to other notable research
institutions such as the National Institutes of Health, Georgetown
University, the University of Maryland, or Johns Hopkins University. With
extensive public transit, an exciting cultural and restaurant scene, many
museums and public parks, and proximity to other green spaces in the
surrounding region (e.g., Appalachian trail, Shenandoah National Park),
Washington DC consistently ranks amongst the top US metropolitan areas for
quality of life.



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Laurie Bayet, PhD (hear name) <https://namedrop.io/lauriebayet>

Assistant Professor of Neuroscience,

American University

(202) 885-1719
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