2024-04-06
Harvard University
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Cambridge
Massachusetts
02163
United States
Harvard University
Description:
05-Apr-2024
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
65359BR
Job Summary
An experienced, independent, and highly-organized individual is sought for a full-time Research Assistant position in the Stress and Development Laboratory at the Harvard University Psychology Department, run by Katie McLaughlin, PhD. Our research examines the impact of environmental experience on children's development. Our research focuses on identifying developmental mechanisms linking adverse environmental experiences to the onset of psychopathology.
Under the supervision of Dr. McLaughlin, the individual in this position will be involved in an active research lab with several large grants and participate in many aspects of the research process, including recruitment of children and adolescents into research, preparation of IRB applications, data collection from children and caregivers, data management, programming behavioral tasks, and maintenance of a database for participant recruitment and tracking. These duties will primarily focus on either an intensive repeated-measures fMRI study examining dynamic changes in emotion, behavior, and brain function following exposure to stress in adolescents. Data collection for this study involves acquisition of psychophysiology and MRI data in addition to assessments of mental health and exposure to stress and adversity.
**Required to be able to work in person on Harvard's campus**
**Applications due by April 15, 2024**
We strive to provide enriching opportunities for all trainees, including those from backgrounds traditionally under-represented in psychology. Please see the Join Us page on our lab website (https://sdlab.fas.harvard.edu/) for more details on our lab’s commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
Position Description
Basic Qualifications
College background or equivalent experience in psychology, neuroscience, or related field
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Additional Information
Qualified candidates are encouraged to contact the lab directly to express interest and a set of pre-screening questions for the position using this link:
https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6QpQDvyB4STKC46
At least two references will be required for full consideration. If you have any further questions please feel free to reach out to our lab at sdlab@fas.harvard.edu.
Due to the hands-on nature of the research, this position requires a full-time on-campus presence in Cambridge, MA.
The salary for this position is approximately $52,000/year.
This is a grant-funded one-year term position with renewal dependent upon continuation of funding.
Hours will vary week-to-week and will sometimes include evenings and weekends.
All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
Work Format Details
This position is based primarily on-campus, in Massachusetts. This may include in-person during emergency situations (if applicable). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Benefits
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Job Function
Research
Department Office Location
USA - MA - Cambridge
Job Code
403108 Research Assistant I Lab
Work Format
On-Site
Sub-Unit
Social Sciences
Salary Grade
052
Department
Psychology
Union
55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers
Time Status
Full-time
Pre-Employment Screening
Identity
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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