Research Assistant

Brown University • Providence, RI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Petzschner lab at the Cognitive and Psychological Science Department is conducting longitudinal measurements using cognitive tasks, EEG and an in-house developed smartphone app (SOMA) to track pain, mood and emotions in healthy individuals and patient populations. The Research Assistant will support the execution of several large-scale research studies (online and local) that involve healthy individuals and chronic pain patients and the use of the SOMA app as well as EEG recordings. This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 06/30/2027 which may be extended based upon available funding.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience, Psychology or relevant field and 1-2 research years’ experience required (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with the study participants
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical or research problems and issues and to interpret the acceptability of data results
• High degree of computer literacy
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks
• Careful attention to detail
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subject’s rights and individual needs
• Knowledge of data management programs
• Applicants must submit a cover letter and CV/resume.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing EEG, TMS, or fMRI tests preferred

Benefits

• Brown University offers flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees