Research Assistant
Adelphi University•Village of Garden City, NY
•Hybrid
About The Position
Dr. Karolina Lempert in the Derner School of Psychology at Adelphi University is seeking a full-time research assistant for a one-year position, starting in summer 2026 (exact date is flexible). The research assistant will take the lead on developing, programming, and validating novel behavioral paradigms focused on the mechanisms of impulsive choice. They will have the option to work from home a few days a week, provided that project milestones and in-person lab requirements are met. The possibility to extend the position beyond one year is contingent on grant funding and is not guaranteed.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field is required.
- excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- an interest in conducting cognitive neuroscience research
- the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
Nice To Haves
- previous research experience
- strong statistical and programming skills.
Responsibilities
- Developing and programming experimental paradigms
- Recruiting and testing participants for behavioral studies (both online and in-person)
- Managing and analyzing behavioral data
- Preparing a functional MRI study protocol and collecting fMRI data for a pilot study
- Doing occasional administrative tasks, including: managing IRB protocols, organizing lab meetings, maintaining and ordering lab equipment, and training other lab members.
Benefits
- comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
