The Stanford Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience Laboratory is always looking for highly talented and motivated research scientists, postdoctoral fellows, and research assistants to join our team. We do not accept high school interns.

The Stanford Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience Laboratory (SCSNL), directed by Prof. Vinod Menon, aims to advance fundamental knowledge of human brain function and to use this knowledge to help children and adults with psychiatric and neurological disorders. Our research integrates multimodal brain imaging techniques with novel computational techniques and cognitive-behavioral-clinical assays to determine mechanisms underlying cognitive, emotional, and social function and dysfunction. Our interdisciplinary team includes researchers from multiple scientific and engineering disciplines, including cognitive neuroscience, psychology, psychiatry, neurology, bioinformatics, computer science, and electrical/biomedical engineering.

Lab projects focus on normative neurocognitive function across the human lifespan, and robust identification of cognitive and neurobiological signatures of neurodevelopmental, psychiatric and neurological disorders. Projects span multiple clinical disorders, including learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, anxiety and mood disorders, schizophrenia, and dementia. All projects typically involve working with a multidisciplinary team of researchers developing and implementing novel computational tools and experimental techniques for probing brain function and dysfunction.

Part-Time Research Assistant

We are seeking a part-time research assistant to assist in the administration of MRI scans of participants for multiple concurrent child development studies. The successful candidates will learn about the specific studies and contribute to the acquisition of critical data while developing valuable interpersonal skills that will prove beneficial to a future career in healthcare. Duties include (but not limited to): learning and administering study protocols, working closely with children and parents to ensure participant comfort in the scanner, working closely with research assistants to adequately complete the scan in the given time. Assistants must be able to arrive early to assist with set up and administration of scans, and to act in a professional and appropriate manner. Please note many sessions with research participants will take place on the weekends, and occasionally in the evenings. A minimum commitment of 1 year is required.

Qualifications

• At least some experience with psychology or neuroscience and an interest in the field.
• Experience with children is also recommended.
• A general understanding of scientific theory and methods.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.
• Strong analytic skills and excellent judgment.
• Ability to work under minimal guidance and supervision.
• Excellent organization skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

Please send a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for 3 references to scsnl.stanford+scantech@gmail.com

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