Lab Research Technician

New Orleans, Louisiana           ·         Full time

Job: IRC26247                                                                                                                                            

Description

Job Title:                             Lab Research Technician                                                                                  

Location:                             New Orleans, LA, US                                 

Organization Name:      Psychology                                 

Posting Summary

The Learning and Brain Development Lab is seeking a Laboratory Research Technician who will contribute to multiple aspects of research projects examining the development of attention and learning among infants, children, and adults. The Laboratory Research Technician will work as part of a team comprised of graduate students and undergraduate research assistants and will coordinate day-to-day operations of the lab. Major responsibilities will include working with community partners to support participant recruitment, collecting and analyzing eye tracking and fNIRS data, and administrative duties. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A high degree of independence
• Meticulous work practices
• A demonstrated interest in developmental research
• Ability to communicate effectively with lab members, community partners, and family volunteers. 
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to pay rigorous attention to detail. 
• Ability to work independently and with other lab members
• Strong time management skills and ability to effectively manage multiple assignments. 
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed. 
• Desire to acquire new skills and competencies in a dynamic research atmosphere.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications

Required Education and/or Experience              

• Bachelor’s Degree and one year of directly related experience. 

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications                                                                                                                              

• Demonstrated interest in developmental and/or cognitive neuroscience research. 
• Advanced computer skills (e.g., knowledge of REDCap, Filemaker Pro, SPSS, R, Python, Matlab). 
• Ability to work well as a part of a fast-moving team.

How To Apply                                                  

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