Research Specialist I (Lab) at Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey

Job Description:

Research Specialist I (Lab)

US-NJ-Princeton

Job ID: 2023-16740
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Research and Laboratory

Princeton University

Overview

The lab of Dr. Yael Niv at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Psychology at Princeton University (nivlab.princeton.edu) is seeking a bright and motivated full-time lab manager/research assistant. Research in the lab focuses on computational modeling of human learning and behavior, computational psychiatry, and model-driven functional imaging experiments of decision making.

The position provides an excellent opportunity to develop research skills in computational modeling and experimental analysis, and to learn about the psychology and neuroscience of learning and decision making. The successful applicant will be an energetic, self-directed learner with strong programming abilities and a keen interest in the lab's research. All applications should include a cover letter stating background and professional interests, a CV, and contact information of two references. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities Include:

Research work:

designing and implementing online experiments,

maintenance of the lab's online experiments platform,

simulating models of learning and decision-making,

involvement in fMRI experiments

Administrative lab management:

IRB protocols,

managing the lab wiki and websites

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

B.A. or equivalent majoring in Psychology, Computer Science, Neuroscience or related field.

Proven programming ability (Python or equivalent)

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