Research Assistant Lab Coordinator Position – Boston College Social Learning Lab

The Social Learning Lab headed by Dr. Angie Johnston at Boston College is now accepting applications for a laboratory assistant beginning May 24, 2021. Research in the lab compares social learning in human children and dogs to investigate the evolutionary origins of human social learning. In addition to the administrative duties listed below, this position also includes the possibility of developing studies in collaboration with the PI and becoming a co-author on manuscripts submitted for publication.

 Administrative duties include:

• - Coordinating and supervising data collection with dogs and children
• - Recruiting, training, and managing undergraduate volunteers working in the lab
• - Recruiting families to come into the lab
• - Developing relationships with local dog daycares, children’s museums, and schools
• - General lab maintenance and faculty support

 Preferred qualifications:

• - Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field
• - Experience working with dogs and/or children
• - Experience assisting or conducting psychology-related research
• - Experience supervising others in a lab or work setting
• - Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• - Minimum 1-year commitment, 2 years preferred

Please send the following to Angie Johnston at angie.johnston@bc.edu.

• - a 1-2 page cover letter describing why you think (a) you would be a good fit for this position and (b) this position would be a good fit for you and your career goals
• - a CV or resume
• - contact information for 2 or more references 

Boston College conducts background checks as part of the hiring process.

Boston College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category including disability and protected veteran status.  To learn more about how BC supports diversity and inclusion throughout the university please visit the Office for Institutional Diversity at https://www.bc.edu/offices/diversity