Boys Town is seeking a Research Assistant I for their R2D2 Lab in Omaha, NE, to support research on language interventions for infants who have autistic older siblings. The role involves assisting in data collection, research tool preparation, and lab maintenance, requiring a high school diploma and some college coursework
Job Summary
The Rigorous Research in Developmental Disabilities (R2D2) Laboratory is seeking a Research Assistant to evaluate a language intervention for infants and study links between language and sensory abilities in autism.
Responsibilities include assisting with stimulus preparation, data collection and analysis, equipment maintenance, and recruitment for research studies.
Boys Town offers a culture of belonging, reduced cost medical visits with Boys Town providers, 401K match, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities.
Matching Summary
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Boys Town is seeking a Research Assistant I for their R2D2 Lab in Omaha, NE, to support research on language interventions for infants who have autistic older siblings. The role involves assisting in data collection, research tool preparation, and lab maintenance, requiring a high school diploma and some college coursework.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
prepare stimuli and test procedures
research tool preparation
data collection and analysis
laboratory equipment maintenance
electronic device maintenance
Nice-to-have
interpersonal skills
attention to detail
independent analytical thinking
organizational skills
flexibility in duties
Key Requirements
High school diploma required
Minimum of one year of college coursework or equivalent experience
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification within 30 days of hire