Research Scientist-3

Northeastern University • Newton, MA

43d

About The Position

The Brain Game Center for Mental Fitness and Well-Being, led by Professors Aaron Seitz and Susanne Jaeggi, is seeking a Research Scientist to play a role as a scientist lead and assist in overseeing the lab’s operations. Our research focuses on measuring and training cognitive processes. We work with diverse populations, including children, older adults, neurodiverse individuals, and those with perceptual and cognitive needs. Therefore, candidates must demonstrate sensitivity to the unique needs of individuals from different backgrounds including race, culture, gender, socioeconomic status. The ideal candidate will serve in a leadership position that requires strong domain relevant knowledge as well as interpersonal, communication, and staff and project management skills, and must be able to work effectively in both remote and in-person settings. This role involves close collaboration with PIs, the Associate Director, postdocs, graduate students, undergraduate students, programmers, designers, community partners, and national/international collaborators. Experience in team management and staff supervision is essential, as the Research Scientist will play a key role in guiding and supporting lab members, ensuring efficient workflow, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Requirements

• PhD or another terminal degree in social, biological, information or physical science field by the appointment start date.
• Demonstrated track record of scholarly achievement in relevant areas, with commensurate publication and research funding history, appropriate for appointment rank.
• Ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary research teams and build relationships with external partners.
• Excellent communication skills across diverse audiences and settings.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all operations of the lab’s research studies, including adherence to IRB protocols, clinical trials, study material and protocol development, management and training of lab members, data collection, and participant recruitment.
• Working with the PIs with grant submissions, progress reports, and compliance documentation.
• Supporting existing research projects and developing new ones
• Assisting with managing a large, multidisciplinary team of researchers and software developers. The Research Scientist will identify opportunities to improve internal lab processes, such as staff workflows and procedural efficiencies, and work with the PIs to implement solutions that enhance productivity and expedite the achievement of project goals.
• Overseeing procurement, inventory, and maintenance of lab equipment and office supplies; coordinating activities related to lab and office space; coordinating with financial department and IT on equipment orders and updates as needed.
• Providing support to students, clients and collaborators, including developing training materials, and providing consultations on complex procedures.
• Gradually forge the way to research independence, moving from full support to a salary funded through a combination of independent and joint grants.
• Publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, and present research at conferences and workshops

Benefits

• Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.
• Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree