Lab Manager Position @ Yale University, New Haven CT

The Leonard Learning Lab at Yale, directed by Dr. Julia Leonard, is seeking a full-time lab manager for a 2-year-position to begin in June 2025. The lab investigates the underlying cognitive capacities and environmental factors that shape children’s learning and motivation.  

This position is ideal for those interested in gaining more research experience before pursuing a Ph.D. in psychology, cognitive science, or education. The lab manager will work closely with the PI, participate in all aspects of the research process, and have the potential to co-author posters and manuscripts and attend conferences.

Responsibilities:

• Establishing and maintaining research partnerships with local schools, community centers, and museums
• Recruiting participants'
• Coordinating online and in-person research
• Collecting behavioral data from parents and children across a variety of settings (schools, museums, online) and hours (some evenings and weekends)
• Creating studies using various software and coding languages
• Managing and analyzing data
• Working with the Yale University IRB
• Overseeing undergraduate research assistants
• Cultivating a positive lab culture; and performing administrative duties. 

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in psychology or a closely related field
• Experience working with children and/or families from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, managerial and communication skills
• General computer skills (e.g. Microsoft and Google suite)

To Apply:

Applicants should send a one-page cover letter (describing research experiences, relevant skills and interests, and long-term goals) and CV or resume to the current lab manager, Natalie Masetti at natalie.masetti@yale.edu. Applicants will be reviewed as they are received until February 3rd, 2025.