A full-time position is available starting July 2025 in the Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory directed by Dr. Chandan Vaidya.
Lab Name: Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory
Supervisor Name: Chandan Vaidya
Position Title: Research Assistant/Lab Manager at Georgetown University
Description:
The successful applicant will be responsible for coordinating and conducting research on executive control and learning in children. The lab manager will contribute to ongoing grant-funded studies and development of new research studies. Depending on interest and enthusiasm, the position offers opportunities for learning fMRI data analysis and planning of new research studies. Further, the position offers opportunities for involvement in administering clinical tests and behavioral interventions.
Duties include fMRI data collection in typically developing children and those with Autism and other developmental disorders, subject recruitment, coordination and organization of lab activities and initiatives, and managing day-to-day operation of the lab.
The job requires a bachelor’s degree and experience with experimental research, basic statistical analysis skills, exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills, ability to interact with multiple personnel, supervision of undergraduates, high motivation and initiative, and ability to work with children. Leadership experience and programming experience (e.g., E-Prime, MATLAB, R) is a plus.
The candidate should be able to make a commitment of at least 2 years.
Application Process:
To apply, please email a letter of interest, CV, unofficial transcript, and contact information for 2 references to Hannah Puckett at vaidyalab@georgetown.edu.