<div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_quote" id="_idgpn_3004"><div class="msg7252894240153267469"><div lang="EN-US" link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style="word-wrap:break-word"><div class="m_-1813413553896047624WordSection1"><p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Research Assistant Position in the Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience lab at American University, Washington DC</span></u></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">The Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory at American University in Washington DC, directed by Dr. Laurie Bayet (<a href="https://www.bayetlab.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color:windowtext">https://www.bayetlab.com/</span></a>),

 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 (<a href="https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2122961" target="_blank"><span style="color:windowtext">NSF

award # 2122961</a>). The position is ideal for an individual seeking to deepen their research experience in preparation for graduate study.

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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Applicants should apply electronically at

<a href="https://careers.american.edu/job-invite/10603/" target="_blank"><span style="color:windowtext">https://careers.american.edu/job-invite/10603/</span></a>  and submit a CV, cover letter, and names and contact information of 2-3 references.</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">

 Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Prospective applicants may email Dr. Bayet (<a href="mailto:bayet@american.edu" target="_blank"><span style="color:windowtext">bayet@american.edu</span></a>) with any questions.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Recent lab publications most relevant to the project:</span></u></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">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.

</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif"><a href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dcn.2022.101094" target="_blank"><span style="color:black;background:white">https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dcn.2022.101094</span></a><span style="color:black;background:white">

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">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.

</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif"><a href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dcn.2020.100860" title="Persistent link using digital object identifier" target="_blank"><span style="color:windowtext">https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dcn.2020.100860</span></a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in" id="_idgpn_5534"><span style="font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif;font-size:11pt;text-indent:0.5in"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Essential Functions:</span></u></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

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<li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Data Management:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif"> 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.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Participant Recruitment and Support:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif"> 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.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Data Entry and Processing:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">  Conduct data entry, data

 pre-processing, video coding, and data management, in adherence with study protocols.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Personnel:  </span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Onboarding and supervision of undergraduate

 research assistants.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Study General Support:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif"> Assisting with designing and implementing

 experimental procedures, such as: creating and validating stimuli, surveys, or paradigms; monitoring materials and supplies.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Compliance:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif"> Develop and monitor IRB protocols for approval,

 modification, or renewal.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Other duties as assigned by supervisor:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif"> Opportunity to

 contribute to conference presentations and/or manuscript writing, if desired.</span></li></ol>

<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Required Education and Experience:</span></u></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">High School diploma or equivalent.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">KSA Statement.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Interest in developmental psychology, cognitive science, and/or neuroscience.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">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.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including comfort interacting professionally with families, infants, and undergraduate

 students; ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">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).</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Flexibility to adapt to changing hours, such as the ability to run study visits with families during weekends, or occasionally during the

 evening.</span><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif"> </span></b></li></ul>

<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Preferred Education and Experience:</span></u></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Neuroscience or closely related field.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Computational skills and programming experience in Matlab, R, and/or Python preferred, but not strictly required.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">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.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">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.</span></li></ul>

<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Additional information:</span></u></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">The Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory is part of the

<a href="https://www.american.edu/cas/neuroscience/" target="_blank"><span style="color:windowtext">Neuroscience Department</span></a> and the

<a href="https://www.american.edu/cas/center-neuroscience/" target="_blank"><span style="color:windowtext">Center for Neuroscience and Behavior</span></a> 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. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Laurie Bayet, PhD

<a href="https://namedrop.io/lauriebayet" target="_blank"><span style="color:windowtext">(hear name)</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">Assistant Professor of Neuroscience, </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">American University</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Avenir Next",sans-serif">(202) 885-1719</span></p></div></div></div>

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