Previously Available JobsFull-time JobsRESEARCH ASSISTANT FOR NEWPORT/ASLIN LANGUAGE ACQUISITION RESEARCHA full-time position is available as Research Assistant/Lab Manager (technically titled Laboratory Technican III) in the Dept. of Brain & Cognitive Sciences, to assume responsibility for the day-to-day operation of a laboratory studying language learning by adults, infants, and young children. Duties include contacting and scheduling adult and child subjects, running subjects in laboratory experiments, preparing audio and video stimuli and analyzing data from these experiments, writing up detailed summaries of the design and results of each study for our records, and performing other miscellaneous research tasks in the lab. Interested candidates send a vita and names of 3 references to Elissa Newport, Department of Brain & Cognitive Sciences, University of Rochester, Rochester NY 14627, email: . Start date flexible during Summer 2009. RESEARCH ASSISTANT/LAB MANAGER, Infant Lab, University of RochesterThe Infant Lab at the University of Rochester, directed by Richard Aslin, is seeking a full-time lab manager, beginning no later than August 2009. This is an outstanding opportunity for a recent college graduate to spend a minimum of two years engaged in all aspects of research on infant perception, cognition, language development, and statistical learning. The past four lab managers have gone on to excellent PhD programs in developmental psychology. Duties include recruitment of infant subjects via established relations with two local hospitals, scheduling of visits to the lab, record-keeping and liaison with the IRB committee for human subjects review, data collection using looking-time, optical imaging, and a TOBII eye-tracker system, preliminary statistical analyses, hiring and supervision of 4-6 undergraduate assistants, and coordination of multiple projects being conducted by graduate students and postdocs. Grant support comes from NIH, ONR, and the McDonnell Foundation. A description of the lab appropriate for parents can be found at: http://www.bcs.rochester.edu/people/aslin/aslinlab/index.html. The overall program of research is summarized at: http://www.bcs.rochester.edu/people/aslin/r_aslin.html. To apply, please make preliminary contact with Richard Aslin by email, and follow up with a resume, summary of research experience, and three letters of reference (all sent via email) to: . Interviews will be scheduled beginning in late March and continue until a candidate is hired. Research Assistant, Sleep HealthCenters, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MAGENERAL SUMMARY: Working independently under the general supervision of Principal Investigator, provide support to clinical and basic research studies in sleep disorders medicine. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS: BS or BA. Prefer individuals with biology, psychology, neurophysiology, and/or patient care background and interest in scientific research. At least one year of experience in a research setting. Sound independent judgment and competence in basic research methodologies. We are looking for someone is willing to commit for a minimum time period of 2 years. SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
For immediate consideration, interested candidates should e-mail or fax a letter of interest and resume to the attention of Lisa Richards at or 617-663-6192. Laboratory Coordinator, Language and Development Lab at UCSDThe Language and Development Lab at UCSD (San Diego, California) is looking for a laboratory coordinator beginning July 1, 2008. The lab conducts research on language acquisition, conceptual development, and cross-cultural differences in each area. Duties include managing and leading research projects in the lab: designing studies, creating stimuli, recruiting participants, testing infants, toddlers, and adults, analyzing data, and participating in the final synthesis of research for publication. The position also involves administrative duties, such as interviewing and hiring undergraduate volunteers, managing subject recruitment campaigns, training students, purchasing equipment, and planning lab events and meetings. In the first few months, it will also involve completing a transition of the lab to UCSD. This will involve organizing new systems, purchasing essential equipment, and building a new network of lab members. In the past, lab coordinators have also been involved in international collaborations, including data collection trips to Japan, Taiwan, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Preferred qualifications: Minimum 1 year commitment. Pay and benefits commensurate with experience, according to the UCSD Lab Assistant 1 scale. For more information about the lab, and to request details about the job, visit http://www.ladlab.ca and follow the "job" links from the main page. Full-Time Research Coordinator Position, Language and Cognition Laboratory, University of DelawareThe Language and Cognition Laboratory (Department of Psychology) at the University of Delaware has an opening for a full-time Research Coordinator position for the academic year 2007-8. Under the direction of Dr. Anna Papafragou, the lab investigates how young children acquire language and how language is involved in early conceptual development. The Research Coordinator will participate in all aspects of lab research: planning and executing experimental studies with children (ages 3-8) and adults, coding data, library research, etc. He or she will also work closely with graduate and undergraduate students in the lab. Lab activities involve frequent contact with children and their families, so maturity and willingness to work with young children are important. A BA in a related discipline (Linguistics, Psychology, Cognitive Science) is a prerequisite. Desirable background skills include computer/statistical skills, and some previous research experience. Salary is competitive and benefits are included. Applicants are encouraged to view the lab webpage for more details about lab activities: http://papafragou.psych.udel.edu. To apply, send a CV (including relevant coursework, previous work with children, computer and research skills, GPA/transcript, and name and phone number/email of three references) to Anna Papafragou, Dept of Psychology, 109 Wolf Hall, Newark DE 19716, or electronically to . Please also arrange for three letters of recommendation to arrive separately. Applications need to be received by June 10th for full consideration. Applications received after this date will only be considered if the position remains unfilled. Lab Manager, Department of Psychology, NYUThe Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts and Science at New York University invites applications for a Lab Manager/Research Assistant in Dr. Scott Johnson's infant perception and cognition lab, to begin on or before June 18, 2007. Responsibilities: Conduct a variety of infant, child, and adult perception and cognition studies, interact with parents of infant participants, administrative tasks, accounting, organization of lab activities. Qualifications: Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or other relevant field by the start date. Experience in developmental research, cognition and perception research, or vision research. Must be comfortable with infants and young children. A sense of humor and strong social and organizational skills absolutely required. Conversational fluency in Spanish a plus. To Apply: Please send a statement of research interests and curriculum vitae to Lauren Clepper at . Letters of recommendation will be requested as needed. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled. New York University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Lab Technician, Department of Psychology, NYUThe Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts and Science at New York University invites applications for a Lab Technician in Dr. Scott Johnson's infant perception and cognition lab, to begin on or before June 18, 2007. Responsibilities: Computer programming, experimental design, data analysis, and other technical work for a variety of infant, child, and adult perception and cognition studies, including eye-tracking, habituation, and EEG paradigms. Serve as point person for all technical issues in the lab. Qualifications: Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Neuroscience, Psychology, or other relevant field. Programming experience in Matlab and Macromedia Director highly desirable. Familiarity with E-Prime, Net Station, iMovie, Adobe Photoshop, and Final Cut Pro a plus! Interest in developmental, cognition and perception, and/or vision research, and desire to learn new technical skills. To Apply: Please send a statement of research interests and curriculum vitae to Kevin Holmes at . Letters of recommendation will be requested as needed. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled. New York University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Full-time Research Assistant/Lab Technician at Harvard UniversityWe have a position available in my lab for a full-time research assistant / lab technician to conduct studies on language acquisition and children's online processing. Responsibilities include scheduling child and adult participants, conducting experiments, coding and analyzing data, supervising undergraduate assistants, purchasing and maintaining lab equipment, helping to design studies and prepare stimuli, and assisting in grant and manuscript preparation. This is a particularly good opportunity for someone interested in gaining further research experience prior to graduate school. Our research assistants are encouraged to participate in all the activities of an energetic community of cognitive and developmental psychologists (colloquia, lab meetings, brown bags etc.). The ideal candidate would be able to confidently handle both toddlers and tech manuals. Experience with children and an academic background in linguistics, psychology or cognitive science is highly preferred. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are necessary. Prior experiences with E-prime, eye tracking (Tobii), prosodic coding (ToBI), nonlinear editing, formal semantics or children on the autism spectrum would be put to good use. Interested candidates should send me an email: . They can find out more about our lab at: http://www.wjh.harvard.edu/~lds/index.html Cognitive Neuroscience Research Assistant at Washington University in Saint LouisWe are seeking to hire a motivated associate to assist with behavioral and functional MRI experiments in the Psychology Department at Washington University in St. Louis, starting during the summer of 2007. An ideal candidate would be a newly-graduated undergraduate who has a strong curiosity about human cognition and has substantial knowledge of psychology, neuroscience, or computer science. This full-time position will be a great opportunity for a person interested in a career in cognitive research to gain experience before going on to an advanced degree. It will provide experience with fMRI, cognitive neuroscience, and behavioral research. St. Louis is a vibrant, affordable city, and Washington University has a rich community of cognitive scientists and neuroscientists. Two-year commitment required. Health benefits are provided. Interested parties should email or send via snail mail a resume and 2 letters of recommendation to: Lab Manager & Associate in Research Position, Infant Cognition Center at DukeDr. Elizabeth Brannon is seeking a full time research assistant to manage her infant cognition laboratory in the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience and Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Duke University. The position entails recruiting infant subjects, conducting behavioral experiments with infants, programming experiments, data collection and analysis, monitoring and maintaining equipment and supplies, supervision of undergraduate research assistants, general administrative duties in the lab, and working closely with other developmental labs at Duke to maintain an infant subject database. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Brannon, post-docs, graduate students and undergraduates, and will be expected to be intellectually involved at all levels of the research process. The Infant Cognition Center investigates aspects of cognitive development of infants between 5 and 12 months of age. For more information about our research, see http://www.mind.duke.edu/brannonlab Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree, previous research experience in Psychology or a related field. An interest in cognitive development, developmental psychology and cognitive neuroscience is essential. Applicants should be well-organized, have good communication skills, enjoy interacting with parents and young infants, and get along well with other lab members in a cooperative situation. Previous research experience, especially with infants or children, in a laboratory setting is highly desirable. Previous computer programming experience, especially in Visual Basic, or REALbasic is highly preferred, and strong computer skills are essential. A 1 year commitment is required but a 2 year commitment is strongly preferred. Salary will be commensurate with experience within the $25-29,000 range. Competitive benefits included. The successful candidate will be available to start 6/1/2007. To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to Umay Suanda: fMRI Research Assistant Position Available at UPennA full-time research assistant position is available in Russell Epstein's laboratory in the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Pennsylvania. Our laboratory uses fMRI to investigate the neural systems underlying visual scene recognition, spatial cognition, and spatial memory. Duties will include assisting with the design and preparation of experiments, recruiting subjects, analyzing fMRI data, supervising undergraduates in the lab, and coordinating lab activities. A BA/BS in Psychology, Cognitive Science or other related scientific field required, as are strong computer skills, prior research experience, and an ability to solve technical problems independently. This would be an excellent position for a graduating senior who wishes to hone their research skills before continuing on to postgraduate study. A 2-year committment with a May or early June start date is preferred. The Center for Cognitive Neuroscience is a lively, collaborative, supportive intellectual environment. Penn offers excellent employee benefits. For more information about the lab, see http://wernicke.ccn.upenn.edu/epstein_web/home.shtml. If interested, please send resume and contact information for 2 references to Dr. Russell Epstein at . RESEARCH ASSISTANT in LANGUAGE AND SPEECH PROCESSING IN APHASIA AT BROWN UNIVERSITYA Research Assistant position is available starting June 1, 2007. The position involves participating in a research program on speech and language processing deficits in aphasia. It includes participating in all facets of research including testing of both normal and brain-injured participants, analyzing data, and developing stimulus materials in a series of experiments using various research methodologies. The job requirements include at least a B.A. or B.S. degree, some familiarity with psycholinguistics or neurolinguistics, training in experimental methodology and cognitive psychology including research design and statistical analysis, and an ability to work with both normal and brain-injured individuals. Job responsibilities will include working at two laboratory sites: the Department of Cognitive and Linguistic Sciences at Brown University and the Harold Goodglass Aphasia Research Center located at the Boston VA Medical Center. Visit us online at http://careers.brown.edu, referencing job# F01114, to complete an application, include vita and a brief statement of research interests. In addition, please send three letters of reference to Prof. Sheila E. Blumstein, Brown University, Department of Cognitive and Linguistic Sciences, Box 1978, Providence, RI 02912. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Brown University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. FULL-TIME RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITION AVAILABLE IN VISION/COGNITIVE SCIENCE AT BRIGHAM & WOMEN'S HOSPITAL: Starts Summer 2007This position is in the lab of Jeremy Wolfe and Todd Horowitz. We conduct psychophysical/behavioral research primarily in the area of visual attention. How do you find what you are looking for in a world full of things you are not looking for? How does a radiologist find a tumor in an x-ray? How does a baggage screener find a bomb? What is vision like without attention? How is attention deployed? How do you attend to an object if it moves around? What if it disappears? Healthy young adults are the experimental observers for most experiments. The position involves all stages of the research process from planning experiments and preparing documents for the ethics review board to helping to write up results for publication, but the main focus is data collection and analysis. RAs usually attend and present at one scientific meeting each year. This position requires a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree. A major in Psychology or related field would be plus, but is not necessary. Some research experience would also be useful. The lab is primarily Macintosh based. A candidate should have some computer experience and should be willing to learn how to use our statistics, graphics, and word processing packages. Programming experience is not necessary, but familiarity with MatLab would be a plus. A candidate must work in an organized, independent manner on multiple tasks and should be able to interact with subjects in a tactful and pleasant manner. This is an excellent position for a new college graduate who wants to spend two or more years in a research setting before going on to graduate or medical school. NOTE: A two year commitment is required. The position is not appropriate for those with advanced degrees. Visa and funding issues make it extremely difficult to hire non-US residents. If interested, please contact and/or Donald J. Cohen Fellowship in Developmental Social Neuroscience, Yale Child Study Center, Yale University School of MedicineDeadline: January 15, 2007 The primary training experience will be in daily activities related to eye-tracking research, including operation of experimental equipment and paradigms, contact with infants and toddlers and their families, and responsibility for completing experimental protocols. The successful applicant will be directly mentored by the program directors, and will participate in weekly seminars and meetings as an integral part of an active community of clinical research scientists. Application Information: Interested applicants should visit http://www.autism.fm/fellowships for application materials and for additional information regarding the program and research. Further information about the Yale Child Study Center Developmental Disabilities Section can also be found at http://www.autism.fm. Eligibility Requirements: Eligible are college graduates who will have received a bachelor's degree by June of 2007. Candidates with previous experience with infants and toddlers, experimental psychology, or young children with autism will be favorably reviewed. Donald J. Cohen Fellowship in Developmental Social Neuroscience Junior Specialist, Center for Mind and Brain, UC-DavisWe are seeking a recent college graduate for a research position with a duration of 1-2 years. The position involves assisting in setting up and running the laboratories of Dr. Steve Luck and Dr. Lisa Oakes, including ERP recording facilities, eye movement recording facilities for adults and for infants, adult psychophysical testing facilities, and infant behavioral testing facilities. Requires significant computer programming coursework and/or experience. Prior laboratory experience is not required but is highly desirable. Knowledge of Matlab and Macintosh system administration experience are desirable. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and list of references to . The University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Cognitive Neuroscience Research Assistant in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at StanfordApplications are invited for the post of a Cognitive Neuroscience Research Assistant in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences. The RA will participate in several ongoing research studies of cognitive development and cognitive disorders (Alzheimer's disease in particular). Responsibilities include: assembling assessment instruments; screening and recruiting subjects; obtaining informed consent; scheduling subjects for testing; tracking progress of the study; designing fMRI and EEG experiments; acquiring, archiving and analyzing fMRI, MRI, DTI, EEG and behavioral data; verifying data and entering pertinent information into database for statistical analysis; and assistance with manuscript preparation. For creative and highly motivated candidates, the position offers plenty of opportunities to co-author publications. Qualifications
To apply, please email Sarah Wu at with a resume, cover letter. Please have three recommendations ready as well. Research Assistant / Lab Manager at Johns Hopkins University*Please send all responses to the Johns Hopkins Human Resources website* At the JHU Child Development Lab we study various aspects of cognitive development, including the development of memory, numerical cognition, logical reasoning, and early word learning. You can learn more about the lab by visiting our webpage. We are currently seeking a full-time research assistant/lab manager starting on or around August 1, 2006. This position will involve overseeing all aspects of cognitive development research with infants, children, and adults. Duties will include: recruiting research participants, conducting experiments, coding infant behaviors, hiring, training and supervising undergraduate research assistants, maintaining subject database, interacting with graduate and post-doctoral students, data entry and assisting with data analysis, equipment and computer purchasing and upkeep. This position reports to a professor of developmental psychology. A college background in psychology or cognitive science is preferred, and experience with psychological research is helpful. Ability to work well with parents, infants and young children is a must! Computer skills and supervisory experience also desirable. A college background in psychology or cognitive science is preferred, and experience with psychological research is helpful. Ability to work well with parents, infants and young children is a must! Computer skills and supervisory experience also desirable. Applications will be accepted through the Johns Hopkins Human Resources website. Click on SEARCH JOBS. Once there, scroll to the bottom of the page and enter job requisition number 24273. Contact Lisa Feigenson, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Psychological & Brain Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, (410) 516-7364, http://www.psy.jhu.edu/~labforchilddevelopment/ with questions. Research assistant for MRI studies at the Laboratory of Neuroimaging, Mount Sinai School of MedicineThe Laboratory of Neuroimaging, Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, is seeking a research assistant for MRI studies. The primary duties of the position are to (1) administer cognitive neuroscience experiments, (2) perform MRI data analysis, and (3) write reports detailing the application of (1) and (2). A successful candidate for this position will have excellent communication skills with particular emphasis on writing. Highly desired are computer skills including but not limited to: basic scripting (shell and batch scripts), familiarity with Unix/Linux environments, and MATLAB. Understanding of basic statistics is recommended. Any neuroscience knowledge or prior medical imaging experience is a plus. The Mount Sinai Laboratory of Neuroimaging is a research laboratory in the department of Psychiatry. The primary purpose of the lab is to facilitate MR research with investigators in the department. Presently, the main focus of research in the lab involves functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) studies. In addition, the laboratory is designed to create and develop new imaging technologies and study paradigms. We are looking for applicants who have a bachelor's degree. Salary is competitive, and full benefits are included. A 2-year minimum commitment is requested. If you are interested, please send your resume to our current Research Coordinator, Ashley de Marchena, at: Lab Manager, Infant Development Lab at YaleThe Infant Development Lab at Yale University, directed by Dr. Karen Wynn, has a position opening for Lab Manager starting in July 2006. The position entails recruiting and scheduling infant subjects, aiding in the testing of infants, monitoring and ordering lab supplies, overseeing undergraduate research assistants, and working in a collaborative fashion with the Director, graduate students and post-doctoral students to maintain the ongoing smooth functioning of the lab's activities. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a related field, and previous research experience. Applicants should be well-organized, have good telephone skills, enjoy interacting with parents and young children, and get along well with graduate students, undergraduates and post-docs in a cooperative group situation. The Infant Development Lab investigates aspects of cognitive, social, and emotional development of infants between 3 and 18 months of age. For more information about ongoing research projects, see http://www.yale.edu/psychology/FacInfo/Wynn.html For more information about the position or about the scope of our research projects, please contact Dr. Karen Wynn at: . To apply for the position, please send (1) a current cv and (2) a letter of interest describing your research experience, situation, and future goals, and (3) arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to Dr. Karen Wynn. These may be sent via email to: . Research Assistant/Lab Manager for 1 or 2 year commitment in Dr. David Whitney's Vision and Action Lab at UC Davis' Center for Mind and BrainOur lab studies visual and visuomotor localization, with the goal of understanding the perceptual, cognitive, and neural mechanisms that allow humans to perceive and interact with objects in a dynamic world. Applicant will gain experience in a wide array of tools and techniques, including psychophysics, fMRI, TMS, and motion-tracking. Any previous experience with these is an advantage. Salary is competitive. Qualifications and job responsibilities include: BA/BS in psychology, computer science, neuroscience, or related field. Self-motivation and ability to work without constant guidance. Applicant must be able to take responsibility and pursue research goals without supervision. Must show real dedication to research process and commit to leading specific projects from inception to completion. Ability to conduct research process. For many projects, applicant will be responsible for performing background research, planning experiment parameters, programming the experiment interface, beta-testing and problem-shooting, running subjects and collecting data, analyzing the data, making meaningful conclusions, presenting the data at conferences, and writing portions of papers for publication. Prior research experience is highly valued. Ability to quickly learn new programming languages and use them adeptly. Applicant must have some programming experience, but more importantly must be able to utilize those skills for a variety of programming needs. Any experience with Visionshell, MATLAB, or programming visual stimuli is a huge plus. Knowledge and enthusiasm for research in vision and perception. Undergraduate course in vision and perception is a must. More importantly, applicant must have the ability to quickly gain an understanding of many specialized topics in vision and perception. Applicant must be able to formulate original research ideas and solutions for scientific problems. Any prior specialization in motion perception is a plus. Ability to manage undergraduate assistants. Applicant will be in charge of five students and must allocate interesting tasks and responsibilities to them. Ability to manage lab functions, including IRB renewals, administrative paperwork, and purchasing of equipment. Please contact David Bressler at with a cv and short statement of interest, and check out our website at http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu/content/Labs/Whitney/ for more information. Research Assistant Position, Boston, MAFull time research position is open for a responsible recent graduate with background in cognitive science to help with a research project at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and the VA Hospital in Boston, MA. At least a one-year commitment is required, but prefer a two-year commitment to start around mid-June to late June 2006. The research study is looking at the cognitive and functional effects of cardiac arrest. Your job would be to assist in the recruitment of patients, to administer the neuropsych tests to control subjects and to maintain the databases. You will have the opportunity to work on other projects involving patients with aphasia and patients with cerebellar strokes. Qualifications for this position include a BA or BS in psychology/neuroscience/cognitive science. Please send a letter of interest, including a resume and 2 references to Kate McNamara at . Research Assistant in Cognition/Perception at MITMary C. Potter is seeking a research assistant (Technical Assistant) starting in June or July, 2006. A commitment of at least one year is required. My current research is on conceptual short-term attention and memory, including the attentional blink, competition between words in visual attention, the influence of sentence context on visual word perception and selection, and picture encoding and memory. For more about the lab, see http://mollylab-1.mit.edu/lab/ The Technical Assistant will have primary responsibility for running the lab, including supervising undergraduate research assistants, preparing and running experiments (with undergraduates as subjects), and analyzing data. The research community in our department provides an excellent, stimulating work environment, with opportunities to become acquainted with the work of students and faculty. Requirements for the research position include a B.A. or B.S degree, some experience in experimental research (preferably in cognition, language, or perception), and experience with programming, preferably with Mac or UNIX computers. Experience with Matlab or the equivalent is essential. To apply, please email, fax, or write me, enclosing a resume and the names and telephone numbers/email addresses of at least two people as references. I'll be happy to answer any questions about the position. MIT is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and minority and women applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants who plan to attend the Vision Sciences Society in May in Sarasota could meet me there. Mary C. Potter (Molly) Research Assistant/Lab Manager at GeorgetownWe are seeking a full-time Research Assistant/Lab Manager. The successful candidate, who will work with the two RA/Lab Managers currently in the lab, will have the opportunity to be involved in a variety of projects, using a range of methodological approaches (see http://brainlang.georgetown.edu). S/he will have responsibility for various aspects of research and laboratory management and organization, including working with other lab members in preparing and managing grants and IRB protocols; helping manage and upgrade the lab's computers; writing and upgrading lab-specific computer programs for data processing; creating experimental stimuli; setting up and running experiments; performing statistical analyses; carrying out background research; and helping to write papers for publication. Minimum requirements for the position include a B.A. or B.S., with a significant amount of course-work or research experience in language, cognition, neuroscience, computer science, statistics, or a related field. Familiarity with UNIX and Windows is highly desirable, as is programming experience and a strong aptitude and experience in math or statistics. A car is preferable because subject testing is conducted at multiple sites. The candidate must be extremely energetic, hard-working, organized, efficient and responsible, and be able to work with a diverse group of people. To allow for sufficient time to learn new skills and to be productive, candidates for this position should ideally be available to work for three years. A start date of spring/summer 2006 is preferable. Interested candidates should email Marco Piñeyro ( ) their CV and up to 3 publications (or other writing samples), and have 3 recommenders email him their recommendations directly. Consideration of applicants will begin immediately, and will end when the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position is NIH-funded. Georgetown University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. The position includes health benefits. Lab Coordinator/Research Assistant at GeorgetownFull-time position (with health and retirement benefits) open for a highly energetic recent graduate with a cognitive sciences/neuroscience background to help with NIH-funded fMRI and behavioral studies in 7-12 year old children. Studies investigate exective function in normal development and disorders such as ADHD and Autism. This could be the perfect position for someone interested in the brain basis of developmental disorders with plans to enter clinical psychology or cognitive neuroscience graduate programs. Duties involve assisting in all phases of fMRI and behavioral research, data acquisition and processing, E-Prime experiment programming, neuropsychological testing, training of undergraduates and graduate students in lab procedures. Skills required are high motivation, flexibility, ability to problem solve, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, familiarity with Macs and PCs, and experience working with children. Knowledge of fMRI is preferred but not required. Qualifications include BA or BS in Psychology/Neuroscience/Cognitive Sciences. 2 year commitment required starting between June 1 and August 1, 2006. Georgetown offers a thriving cognitive neuroscience community with many opportinities to attend journal clubs, seminars, talks, and courses. Email letter of interest, vita with research experience and names and emails of 2 references, to Chandan Vaidya at . For info on the lab visit http://www.georgetown.edu/research/vaidyalab/ Programmer Position in Multimodal Brain Imaging at the Olin Neuropsychiatry Research CenterThe Clinical Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory of the Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center (www.nrc-iol.org/ccnlab/) at the Institute of Living has a full-time programmer position in brain imaging analyses available immediately (or starting Summer 2006). A bachelor's degree (MA and/or Ph.D. applicants also accepted) is required and pay will be commensurate with experience. Duties will include developing and programming analyses tools for electroencephalographic (EEG/ERP) and functional, structural, and diffuser tensor magnetic resonance imaging data, and analyses of unimodal and fusion of multimodal brain imaging data. All candidates should possess experience with multiple operating systems (i.e., MS Windows, DOS, Solaris and Linux), signal processing, and must be able to program in Matlab, scripting software, and higher level languages. Experience with principle component analyses (PCA) and/or independent component analyses (ICA) and statistical analyses a plus. Hires will develop a comprehensive understanding of cognitive neuroscience methods and analyses and will learn to run a state-of-the-art Siemens 3T MRI scanner. This is an excellent opportunity for recent college graduates who are seeking to go onto graduate or medical school – minimum commitment is one year – two years are highly preferred. Finally, qualified research assistants may develop, collect, and analyses their own functional imaging studies – former research staff have collected more than 100 participants in MRI studies - amply MRI scanner time is available. Olin Center, located in Hartford, Connecticut, is a recently created facility on the grounds of one of the largest mental hospitals in New England and is affiliated with Yale University School of Medicine. Please send cover letter of training and experience, resume, and list of references to 860-545-7385. Post Graduate Fellowships and/or Research Assistant/Programmer Positions in Multimodal Brain Imaging in Health and Psychopathology at the Olin Neuropsychiatry Research CenterThe Clinical Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory of the Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center (www.nrc-iol.org/ccnlab/) at the Institute of Living has multiple post-graduate fellowships and/or full-time research assistant staff positions available (or starting Summer 2006) in brain imaging data collection and analyses. Post-graduate fellowship applicants must have an undergraduate degree nearing completion at time of hiring - students within commuting distance of the Olin Center may start part-time prior to graduation. Individuals applying for research assistant positions must have bachelor's degree (MA and/or Ph.D. applicants also accepted) – pay will be commensurate with experience. All positions are open immediately until filled. Flexible start dates are possible for excellent candidates (i.e., Summer 2006). Duties will include developing psychological paradigms for cognitive studies, collection of electroencephalographic (EEG) and functional, structural, and diffuser tensor magnetic resonance imaging data, and analyses of unimodal and fusion of multimodal brain imaging data. Goals include advancement of psychological and pharmacological therapeutic and diagnostic techniques for major mental illnesses. All candidates should possesses experience with computers running MS Windows, DOS, Unix (Solaris and Linux), and signal processing and/or computer programming in Matlab, scripting languages, or higher level programming a plus. Hires will develop a comprehensive understanding of cognitive neuroscience methods and analyses and will learn to run a state-of-the-art Siemens 3T MRI scanner. This is an excellent opportunity for recent college graduates who are seeking to go onto graduate or medical school – minimum commitment to job is one year – two years are highly preferred. Finally, qualified research assistants may develop, collect, and analyses their own functional imaging studies – former research staff have collected more than 100 participants in MRI studies - amply MRI scanner time is available. Olin Center, located in Hartford, Connecticut, is a recently created facility on the grounds of one of the largest mental hospitals in New England and is affiliated with Yale University School of Medicine. Please send cover letter of research training and interests, resume, and list of references to 860-545-7385. Post Graduate Fellowships and/or Research Assistant Positions in Adolescent and Adult Forensic Psychology at the Olin Neuropsychiatry Research CenterThe Clinical Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory of the Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center (www.nrc-iol.org/ccnlab/) at the Institute of Living has multiple post-graduate fellowships and/or full-time research assistant staff positions available (or starting Summer 2006) in clinical assessment. Post-graduate fellowship applicants must have an undergraduate degree nearing completion at time of hiring - students within commuting distance of the Olin Center may start part-time prior to graduation. Individuals applying for research assistant positions must have bachelor's degree (MA and/or Ph.D. applicants also accepted) – pay will be commensurate with experience. All positions are open immediately until filled. Flexible start dates are possible for excellent candidates (i.e., Summer 2006). All candidates should possesses strong interest, and preferably experience, working with forensic (i.e., individuals on parole, probation or those who are incarcerated) and substance abusing populations. Position duties include working with a research team on several large grant funded studies examining the cognitive and neural systems underlying adolescent and adult psychopathy, substance abuse, and related illnesses. The positions entail recruitment and assessment of forensic participants for research. In particular, hires will learn to assess psychopathy via clinical interviews, conduct medical histories, perform neuropsychological testing and DSM-IV structured interviews and help with preparation of grants, ethics proposals, and manuscripts. Clinical assessment training will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity for recent college graduates who are seeking to go onto graduate or medical school – minimum commitment is one year – two years are highly preferred. Qualified hires will also receive training in brain imaging (event-related potentials (ERP) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)) data collection and analyses. The Olin Center, located in Hartford, Connecticut, is a recently created facility on the grounds of one of the largest mental hospitals in New England and is affiliated with Yale University School of Medicine. Please send cover letter of research training and interests, resume, and list of references to 860-545-7385. Research Assistantships, Philadelphia PAThe Language and Aphasia Laboratory of Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute (MRRI) has openings for BA/BS-level research assistants, beginning summer or fall of 2006. Under the direction of Myrna Schwartz, the laboratory conducts NIH-funded research on normal and aphasic language processes, with emphasis on word and sentence production. Our RAs are trained to conduct research with language-impaired patients, including cognitive experiments, state-of-the art lesion analysis, and computational modeling. Applicants should have strong academic backgrounds in cognitive psychology, neuroscience or linguistics, with coursework in statistics and research methods. Preference will be given to applicants with prior research experience. MRRI and MossRehab are part of the Albert Einstein Healthcare Network and Jefferson Health System. The position offers competitive salary and benefits (medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement). Send cover letter and C.V. to , and have 2-3 letters of recommendation e-mailed to the same address. Alternatives forms of contact: Myrna F. Schwartz, Ph.D., Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute, 1200 West Tabor Rd., Philadelphia, PA 19141; Fax: 215-456-5926. Research Assistant at Columbia UniversityThe Levine Cerebral Localization Laboratory (Stroke Division) in the Department of Neurology at the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in New York City anticipates a research assistant position beginning in the Summer of 2006. Funded by the National Institutes of Health and other sources, this laboratory studies the effects of neurovascular and cardiovascular disease on brain function. Patients are tested using computerized behavioral tasks in the outpatient laboratory and during interventional neuroradiological and functional imaging procedures. The research assistant will assist in the examination of research patients, enter findings into databases and perform statistical analysis. We will be looking for an individual with a bachelors degree in neuroscience, psychology or similar field. Some experience in cognitive testing of patients will be preferred. There should be some experience with Photoshop, Microsoft Access databases and in statistical analysis with SPSS, SAS and/or Excel. For more information, contact Dr. Ronald Lazar at or 212-305-4749. Full- and part-time positions at RED-INCSalary Range: Starting salary range $32,000 - $75,000 Research and Engineering Development, Inc. is looking for several individuals to fill level full-time and part-time positions in support of the Human Systems Department at the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) located in Patuxent River, Maryland, The Human Systems Research and Engineering Division at Patuxent River provides full life cycle engineering support for aircraft cockpits/crew stations. This encompasses research and development of all cognitive, physiological and physical aspects of aircrew performance to insure that the aircrew are effective components within the crew station and total aircraft system. The division is responsible for systems engineering required to integrate the operator with the Air Vehicle/Weapon Systems. It is responsible for Crew Station Design and the overall integration of all components of human-machine systems. Staffing requires a mix of personnel with knowledge and training in engineering, physiology, psychology, aircraft piloting, and mission operations to ensure aircraft operational safety and integrity, and enhance operator and maintainer performance throughout the full cycle. Salary varies with education and experience. Please send resumes to Lea Weaver at Requirements Lab manager position at UC DavisThe Memory and Development Laboratory at UC Davis is hiring a full-time lab manager/post-graduate researcher. This position is for two-years (or longer based on funding availability). Responsibilities include: (1) recruiting children and their families for our studies; (2) supervising undergraduate research assistants; (3) collecting and analyzing data for behavioral and imaging studies; (4) handling of human subject consent forms and annual approval; and (5) undergoing extensive training on conducting fMRI research. Applicants should have previous research experience. Those with programming and statistical skills are particularly encouraged to apply. This is a position for someone who is extremely motivated and excited about doing research. The skills learned through this experience will be useful for those who intend to go to graduate school. To apply or for additional information or, please contact me at . Applications should include a resume and a list of three references (and their contact information). Simona Ghetti, Ph.D. Technical Assistant, Kanwisher lab at MITFull-time position available in the Kanwisher lab starting this summer. This position will be closing very soon, if interested, please apply online immediately. TECHNICAL ASSISTANT, to join the Kanwisher Lab (http://web.mit.edu/bcs/nklab/) and assist with all phases of functional MRI and behavioral studies of high-level vision. This includes maintenance and administration of a network of servers, workstations, external storage, and tape backup systems; implementation of experiments; design, implementation, and maintenance of analysis software; technical support for lab personnel; and basic administrative duties such as procurement. This position is ideal for anyone considering future grad study in cognitive neuroscience. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, or math. Experience with a heterogeneous computing environment (Linux/Unix, Mac, and Windows) as well as programming languages (C, python/perl/shell scripting, Matlab) a must; knowledge of any of the following helpful: RAID arrays, tape backup systems, psychological experiment software (PsychToolbox, VisionEgg, Presentation, etc.), web development and design. Demonstrable pre-existing interest in cognitive neuroscience a must; knowledge of visual cognition, neuroanatomy, or statistics helpful. Must be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment. Those interested should apply online here: http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=631&ji=1534980&sn=I Three Research Assistant Positions at University of Maryland, College ParkThe Cognitive Neuroscience of Language (CNL) Lab in the Department of Linguistics, University of Maryland, College Park, is looking to fill three full-time Research Assistant Positions. Starting date for all positions is summer or fall 2005. the positions are for a one year initial appointment, with the possibility of extension beyond that time. Salary is competitive, with benefits included. The positions would be ideal for a person with a BA or higher degree who is interested in gaining significant research experience in a very active lab. Position #1: Cognitive Neuroscience of Language I This person will be a core member of a team that is using multiple brain imaging techniques to investigate the mapping from acoustics to phonetics to the lexicon in the brain, with a particular focus on the temporal encoding of information. The research is currently funded by NIDCD. The person will be involved in all aspects of the design, testing, and analysis of studies using ERP, MEG, and possibly fMRI. Training is provided, but prior experience of laboratory research is preferred. The ideal candidate will have strong technical and interpersonal skills. For more information contact Dr. David Poeppel, , (301) 405-1016. http://www.ling.umd.edu/poeppel/ Position #2: Cognitive Neuroscience of Language II This person will take a leading role in research projects on the cognitive neuroscience of language. The research is currently funded by the Human Frontiers Science Program. The person will be involved in all aspects of the design, testing and analysis of studies of language comprehension in adults, using behavioral and neuroscientific techniques, especially ERP and MEG brain recordings (training provided). The research spans the phonological, syntactic, and semantic levels. Previous experience in linguistics and/or psycholinguistics is preferred. The ability to interact comfortably with a wide variety of people (and machines) is a distinct advantage. For more information contact Dr. Colin Phillips, , (301) 405-3082. http://www.ling.umd.edu/colin/ Position #3: Language Acquisition in Infancy and Beyond This person will play a key role in research projects on language development, currently funded by NSF and NIDCD. The person will be involved in designing, testing, and analysis of studies on language comprehension involving children aged from 14 months to 5 years. Previous experience in linguistics and/or psycholinguistics is preferred. Good interpersonal skills are a must. For more information contact Dr Jeff Lidz, , (847) 491-8050. http://babel.ling.northwestern.edu/~lidz/ The Cognitive Neuroscience of Language Lab is a well-integrated community of over 40 faculty, students and research staff, engaged in research on a wide variety of areas of language, ranging from acoustics to semantics, in children and adults, normal and disordered populations, and covering around 10 languages. The lab has facilities for behavioral testing of children and adults, two eye-tracking labs, a high-density ERP lab and a whole-head MEG facility. The lab is affiliated with the Departments of Linguistics and Biology, and with the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science Program. To apply, please contact Drs Poeppel, Phillips, or Lidz by email. Positions are open until filled. Research Assistant in Cognition/Perception at MITMary C. Potter is seeking a research assistant (Technical Assistant) starting in June or July, 2005. A commitment of at least one year is required. My current research is on conceptual short-term attention and memory, including the attentional blink, competition between words in visual attention, the influence of sentence context on visual word perception and selection, and picture encoding and memory. For more about the lab, see http://mollylab-1.mit.edu/lab/ The Technical Assistant will have primary responsibility for running the lab, including supervising undergraduate research assistants, preparing and running experiments (with undergraduates as subjects), and analyzing data. The research community in our building provides an excellent, stimulating work environment, with opportunities to become acquainted with the work of students and faculty in the cognitive science section. Requirements for the research position include a B.A. or B.S degree, some experience in experimental research (preferably in cognition, language, or perception), and experience with programming, preferably with Mac or UNIX computers. Experience with Matlab or the equivalent is highly desirable. To apply, please email, fax, or write me, enclosing a resume and the names and telephone numbers/email addresses of at least two people as references. I'll be happy to answer any questions about the position. MIT is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and minority and women applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants who plan to attend the Vision Sciences Society in May in Sarasota could meet me there. Mary C. Potter (Molly) Laboratory Coordinator at Johns Hopkins UniversityYantis Lab, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore I seek a full-time laboratory coordinator, funded by ongoing NIH grants, to manage my laboratory and conduct research in studies of perception and attention using behavioral and fMRI methods. We are currently investigating the neural mechanisms of cognitive control in attention and task switching. For information about the lab, please visit http://psy.jhu.edu/~yantislab/ This is a perfect position for someone who is planning to attend graduate school in cognitive neuroscience and who seeks valuable research experience and training to prepare for admission to a leading graduate program. Opportunities for independent research and for participation in relevant seminars and journal clubs are available. Duties include assisting in cognitive neuroscience research projects involving functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and behavioral methods. The lab coordinator assists in all phases of the research, including designing and implementing experimental paradigms, recruiting, training, and testing subjects, running the MRI scanner during experiments, behavioral and fMRI data analysis, and manuscript preparation; programming experimental paradigms and analyzing data using C++, Matlab, and BrainVoyager; assisting with the preparation of grant proposals and administration of funded grants and human subjects protocols; developing your own research projects in collaborations with graduate students, postdocs and me. Qualifications include B.A. or equivalent with a background in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or related fields. Previous research experience and knowledge of a programming language such as C++ or MatLab is desirable, but opportunites to develop programming skills will be provided as needed. A highly motivated and energetic approach to research is essential. A minimum two-year commitment is required. The start date is flexible between June and August 2005. The position comes with health benefits. Please send a letter of interest, vita with research experience, and names of two references to . Computation and Neuroscience Research at YaleThere is a computation and neuroscience research assistant position available in my laboratory for 1-2 years beginning this summer. This position would be appropriate for a student (taking a year off) or recent graduate who wishes to spend a year doing full time research before pursuing a career or graduate studies in computation or neuroscience related fields (Computer Science, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Psychology, etc.). My research is on loss of consciousness during epileptic seizures, and on what this may teach us about normal brain mechanisms of consciousness (see also http://myprofile.cos.com/halblumenfeld). Ongoing projects include functional neuroimaging studies and neurosurgical planning in patients with epilepsy. In addition, we perform in vivo electrophysiology and fMRI recordings from animal models of epilepsy during seizures to explore the role of cortical and subcortical network interactions. This position involves participating in a multi-disciplinary team, working on improving computational methods for localizing and treating epileptic seizures. Some research or work experience, particularly in computer science or neuroscience, is desirable but not required. Ample opportunities will also be available for exposure to clinical Neurology, Neurosurgery, and related fields depending on the student's interests. Mentoring will be provided on how to pursue a career in computer science or neuroscience research, or on how to combine basic research and clinical work in a career in academic medicine. Interested applicants should please contact me immediately (see below). Research Assistant IIProject manager to work on studies of spatial and language development in normal and neurologically impaired children and adults (individuals with Williams Syndrome). Duties include: recruiting participants; interacting with families of participants; preparing stimuli and test materials; organizing testing of project participants; testing participants in a variety of procedures; coding and analyzing data; maintaining participant, stimulus, data files in database; overseeing and coordinating daily activities on multiple projects. Bachelors degree (M.A. or Ph.D. preferred); strong background in cognitive science, cognitive psychology, and/or linguistics; strong organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills; knowledge of basic word processing/statistical/graphics packages; research experience (work or educational experience). Salary and benefits are competitive. Start date is July 1. To apply: Homewood Human Resources (410-516-8048). Research Assistant at Brigham & Women's HospitalStart date: Summer '05 This position requires a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree. A major in Psychology or related field would be plus, but is not necessary. Some research experience would also be useful. The lab is primarily Macintosh based. A candidate should have some computer experience and should be willing to learn how to use our statistics, graphics, and word processing packages. Programming experience is not necessary, but familiarity with MatLab would be a plus. A candidate must be able to work independently and should be able to interact with subjects in a tactful and pleasant manner. This is an excellent position for a new college graduate who wants to spend two or more years in a research setting before going on to graduate or medical school. NOTE: A two year commitment is required. The position is not appropriate for those with advanced degrees. Visa and funding issues make it extremely difficult to hire non-US residents. If interested, please contact
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Visual Attention Lab Research Assistant at ColumbiaThe Levine Cerebral Localization Laboratory (Stroke Division) in the Department of Neurology at the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in New York City anticipates a research assistant position beginning in the Summer of 2005. Funded by the National Institutes of Health and other sources, this laboratory studies the effects of neurovascular and cardiovascular disease on brain function. Patients are tested using computerized behavioral tasks in the outpatient laboratory and during interventional neuroradiological and functional imaging procedures. The research assistant will assist in the examination of research patients, enter findings into databases and perform statistical analysis. We will be looking for an individual with a bachelors degree in neuroscience, psychology or similar field. Some experience in cognitive testing of patients will be preferred. There should be some experience with Photoshop, Microsoft Access databases and in statistical analysis with SPSS, SAS and/or Excel. For more information, contact Dr. Ronald Lazar at or 212-305-4749. Part-time JobsInformation Processing Laboratory Research in Alzheimer's disease in BCSPosition Description: Duties include running human subjects in an experimental paradigm using EEG (electroencephalogram) recordings and neuropsychological tests. Must treat subjects with courtesy and respect during all sessions. Must be able to operate and maintain laboratory equipment, interpret routine data, and make suggestions regarding experimental procedures. At all times confidentiality of information must be maintained. He/She must possess basic computer and software skills, be well organized, and able to work independently. Knowledge of Linux and basic programming skills a plus. Federal work study accepted. Background Information: We are interested in how the mind processes information and how aging affects such processing. We use EEG to look at brain activity in both healthy elderly and those with neurological conditions. By studying brain information processing, we hope to gain a greater understanding of how the brain works at a basic level and to use this understanding to develop new tests for diagnosing neurological disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease. For more information please contact: Behavioral Research Advancements in Neuroscience (BRAIN) Summer Internship Program sponsored by the Center for Behavioral Neuroscience (CBN) in Atlanta, GAProgram Dates: May 29, 2007- July 27, 2007
Come live and learn in Atlanta this summer Summer undergraduate research opportunity at VanderbiltWe are looking for capable, highly motivated students who are interested in a research career in Cognitive Science, Engineering, or Computer Science. Students will be involved with hands-on interdisciplinary research with human subjects, and a humanoid robot housed in the Center for Intelligent Systems, School of Engineering at Vanderbilt. Opportunities ranging from hardware and software development to stimulus development, experiment-running, and data analysis will be tailored to students' specific interests and skills. We expect that most applicants will have completed their junior year in college prior to the summer they participate. We will, however, also consider applications from well-qualified sophomores. Students will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, and will be engaged in a combination of assigned duties and more independent projects. More information about the project is available on our web site at: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/psychhumdev/levin/nsf/NSF.php?group=0 Students will be paid a stipend of $4000 to participate in a 10-week program, and we can also provide up to $1200 for travel and assistance with locating an apartment for students who come from out of town. Interested students should apply by February 23. Applications should either complete the attached application form, or request one (if this message comes to them without an attachment) from Daniel Levin. If the student has a resume, that should be included. We will also ask for one brief email letter of recommendation for the student, and names of two additional individuals who would be willing to send a brief reference if asked. Students will be notified about the status of their application by March 16, 2006. Applications from women and minorities are especially encouraged. Applications should be sent via email to Daniel Levin at . Deadline: All application materials must be received by February 23rd. Please submit (1) application form and a statement (on a
separate page) describing your personal and professional goals, as well as how this research experience will enhance your education and
future opportunities, (2) a recent transcript (this may be submitted under separate cover if you email your application), and (3) 2 letters
of recommendation. Please e-mail applications (or send by mail) to: University of Pennsylvania's 9th Annual Undergraduate Summer Workshop in Cognitive Science & Cognitive Neuroscience: June 4-15, 2007The application deadline is March 1st, and students who are currently enrolled as undergraduates at any college or university are invited to apply. Do you have a strong interest in or curiosity about the new interdisciplinary fields of cognitive science, cognitive neuroscience, or communication science? Check out the University of Pennsylvania for a summer workshop specifically designed for undergraduate students to explore these fields. Summer opportunities are available for undergraduates currently enrolled at any university or college.
Penn provides stipends for travel, room, and board to all workshop participants. To learn more, to get program dates and application information, or to complete an online application, go to: http://www.ircs.upenn.edu/summer2007/ Questions? Please send e-mail to ircsconf@seas.upenn.edu These undergraduate summer opportunities are funded in part by an Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship (IGERT) grant from the National Science Foundation. ***SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY FOR SUMMER RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS*** Through a collaboration with Penn's Biomedical Graduate Studies Program, we are able to nominate students from underrepresented minority groups for paid summer research internships following their participation in the the Summer Workshop. Interns would join the Summer Undergraduate Internship Program (SUIP) for 8 more weeks of full-time laboratory research with Penn faculty mentors. SUIP also provides opportunities to participate in undergraduate research conferences and to learn about graduate education and career pathways in the sciences. QUICK FACTS ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA:
Research Assistant, Zarcone LabDr. Zarcone's laboratory has openings for those interested in doing independent research in neurobehavior and neurotoxicology. The laboratory performs neurotoxicology studies using in vivo rodent models. Students can assist in the planning, implementation, and analysis of experiments. They attend lab meetings, perform library searches, retrieve articles and perform statistical/graphic analyses. They help maintain and clean laboratory equipment, assist in animal husbandry and in data collection. In addition, students may participate in the design, manufacturing, and testing of behavioral equipment used in future neurotoxicology studies. Currently there are experiments observing the effects of drugs on operant learning, motor behavior, and circadian rhythm in mice. If you have any questions, please feel free to email Dr. Zarcone at or Anna Shapiro at Explore the Pacific Northwest and sail through beautiful marine ecosystems. Practice being a scientist and a leader. Analyze environmental problems and act to solve them. Gain 18 science credits. Join Beam Reach, a sustainability science school focused on the marine environment (http://beamreach.org/apply.html). This fall (Aug 21 - Oct 30), we will study orcas, acoustics, and sustainable technology in the San Juan Islands. Our curriculum guides you through the design of your own research project during 5 weeks of training in marine biology and oceanography at the Friday Harbor Laboratories. Then your dynamic teachers help you conduct your research during a 5-week voyage sailing with the whales. Available instruments include a fixed hydrophone array, boat-based hydrophones, and ROV-mounted active sonar. We will also study the humans who affect and assess the orcas. Come meet local community members, observe the development of the recovery plan for a high-profile threatened species, and experience sustainable technologies that can reduce human impacts on the whales. Then collaborate with your 5 classmates to plan and realize a service project that mitigates an acoustic impact on the orcas. Contact: Dr. Scott Veirs (, 206-251-5554) This research opportunity is part of an academic study-away program. Participation requires application, acceptance, and tuition payment. Financial aid is available. Beam Reach is affiliated with the Colorado College orca vocalization and localization (OVAL) project [2004 conference presentations available upon request]. Beam Reach courses are accredited by the University of Washington. Summer Undergraduate Research ProgramEach summer, the Center for Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh (CNUP) sponsors a 10-week program in which selected undergraduate students conduct independent research under the guidance of individual CNUP training faculty. The 2005 CNUP Summer Undergraduate Fellows Program will begin on Tuesday, May 31. Student recipients of this competitive fellowship receive a stipend of $3,000 and also will be provided housing at no-cost in a double-occupancy, on-campus dormitory. Students will be responsible for their own meals and other expenses, including travel to and from Pittsburgh. Contact: Linda Rinaman, Ph.D. Program URL: http://cnup.neurobio.pitt.edu/undergraduate.cfm |
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