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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;"><b>Research Assistant Position Available in the Memory and Perception Lab, </b></span></p>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;"><b>Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute (MRRI), Philadelphia/Elkins Park, PA</b></span></p>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;">(Summer/Fall, 2025)</span></p>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;">The Memory and Perception (MAP) Lab of the Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute is looking for
<u>a BA/BS-level research assistant</u> to support cognitive neuroscience research on how
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black; background-color: white;">perception and memory systems contribute to the acquisition and representation of knowledge
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;">in neurotypical individuals and stroke survivors with cognitive impairments.
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black; background-color: white;">We use a variety of methods, including fMRI, behavioral testing, and eye tracking to conduct basic research
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;">with the aim of promoting effective neurorehabilitation</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black; background-color: white;">.</span></p>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;">The position is now open and will continue for a minimum of two years. The MRRI is a unique environment with a highly active research community situated in the context of a rehabilitation
hospital (https://rehabilitationresearch.jefferson.edu). Thus, this is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to develop research skills while working directly on experiments; to coauthor manuscripts and present work at scientific conferences; and
to participate in scholarly activities at the MRRI. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;">A bachelor’s degree is required for this position. Applicants should have a strong academic background in cognitive neuroscience,
psychology, statistics, MR physics, or a related field. Preference will be given to applicants with prior research experience with human subjects. Prior relevant clinical experience will also be considered. Other desired qualifications include excellent organizational
and communication skills, and the ability to flexibly learn new techniques in a dynamic environment.</span></p>
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<p class="p1" style="text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;">If you think that you would be a good fit, please apply by sending an email to Dr. Andrew Persichetti – andrew.persichetti@jefferson.edu
– with the subject line “RA Application: [Your Name]”. </span></p>
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<p class="p1" style="text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;">In your email, please include a brief statement that includes: 1) your undergraduate major; 2) a description
of any relevant experience with research, programming, or math/statistics; 3) a brief statement of why you are interested in working in the MAP lab; and 4) contact information for at least two professional references that can provide letters detailing your
performance in prior research or clinical roles. Please attach your CV to the email. We look forward to hearing from you!</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: black;">The MRRI and Moss Rehab are part of Thomas Jefferson University, an Equal Opportunity Employer located in the Philadelphia
area. Thomas Jefferson University is proud to offer its employees outstanding career opportunities including competitive compensation, attractive benefits plan including medical/dental/vision coverage, generous vacation time, and tuition reimbursement. </span></p>
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