Research Assistant

Brown University

Providence, Rhode Island, USA
Onsite
Conducting research with children
Managing family databases
Recruiting families for studies
The Mind & Morality Lab investigates children’s social cognition, focusing on how children learn to cooperate

Job Summary

  • The Mind & Morality Lab investigates children’s social cognition, focusing on how children learn to cooperate.
  • Responsibilities include coordinating research with children, managing school relationships, performing statistical analyses, and managing undergraduate assistants.
  • Brown University offers a student-centered learning environment with flexible work/life balance, summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Matching Summary

The Mind & Morality Lab investigates children’s social cognition, focusing on how children learn to cooperate.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conducting research with children
  • Managing family databases
  • Recruiting families for studies
  • Statistical analyses in R/Python
  • Working with children and adults

Nice-to-have

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Takes initiative
  • Strong attention to detail

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • 1-2 years related research experience
  • Statistical analysis experience
  • Computer programming/web development skills preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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