Human Research Technologist, Cognitive Aging And Neuroimaging Lab

Penn State University

University Park, PA, US
Base: $31,600.00 - $45,800.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Day-to-day lab management
Participant scheduling and recruitment
Experimental protocol creation
The position involves day-to-day management of the Cognitive Aging and Neuroimaging Lab, including recruiting participants and supervising undergraduate research assistants

Job Summary

  • The position involves day-to-day management of the Cognitive Aging and Neuroimaging Lab, including recruiting participants and supervising undergraduate research assistants.
  • Responsibilities include creating experimental protocols, programming studies, and conducting both behavioral and neuroimaging (fMRI) data analysis.
  • The role offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

The position involves day-to-day management of the Cognitive Aging and Neuroimaging Lab, including recruiting participants and supervising undergraduate research assistants.

Salary

Base: $31,600.00 - $45,800.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Day-to-day lab management
  • Participant scheduling and recruitment
  • Experimental protocol creation
  • Study programming
  • Behavioral and neuroimaging data collection

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Opportunity for authorship on projects
  • Experience with MATLAB, R, or Python
  • fMRI data analysis experience
  • Understanding of associative memory research

Key Requirements

  • Associate degree required OR equivalent work experience
  • Bachelor's degree in psychology, neuroscience, or related fields preferred
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship)
  • Successful completion of background checks

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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