Research Assistant
About The Position
The Cognition, Affect, and Psychophysiology Lab (CAP Lab) at Virginia Tech, directed by Dr. Martha Ann Bell, is seeking a full-time Research Assistant for the HEALthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) Study. The Research Assistant will join a team of Research Assistants, graduate students, and undergraduate students and be responsible for the day-to-day functioning of HBCD research and lab-related activities. The role involves collaborating with current Virginia Tech HBCD staff on data collection, including EEG, behavioral observations, and a cognitive battery, at the Blacksburg campus lab and the satellite lab at the Roanoke Higher Education Center. This is a restricted, limited-term appointment funded for two years from the date of hire, following a six-month probationary period. The position is 40 hours per week, exempt from overtime, and requires a personal vehicle for travel between the Blacksburg and Roanoke labs. A criminal conviction check is required.
Requirements
- Previous research experience in a lab focused on infant and child participants.
- Willingness and ability to participate in data collection on weekends and evenings.
- Effective communication and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a group.
- Detail-oriented approach.
- Ability to interact respectfully and comfortably with individuals in a diverse, multicultural environment and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and demonstrate exceptional time-management skills.
- Ability to resolve issues in a timely manner and ensure smooth data collection appointments.
- Personal vehicle available for travel between the CAP Lab in Blacksburg and the Roanoke Higher Education Center, 42 miles away.
Nice To Haves
- BS/BA in Psychology, Human Development, or a related field.
- Experience with mother-child data collection.
- Experience with EEG data collection.
Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day functioning of HBCD research activities and lab-related activities.
- Work with Virginia Tech HBCD staff to collect EEG, behavioral observation, and cognitive battery data at the Blacksburg campus lab and the Roanoke satellite lab.
- Participate in data collection appointments during evenings and weekends.
- Resolve issues promptly and help ensure data collection appointments run smoothly.
- Travel between the CAP Lab in Blacksburg and the Roanoke Higher Education Center using a personal vehicle.
Benefits
- Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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