Research Assistant Position @ Rutgers University, Newark NJ

Research Assistant at Rutgers University—Newark

The Child Study Center at Rutgers University-Newark, (http://www.childstudycenter-rutgers.com/) directed by Dr. Vanessa LoBue seeks a full-time research assistant to work on two new federally funded projects. One project focuses on how children learn about illness transmission, and the other focuses on the natural emotional input infants receive from their environments. 

Job Descriptions

The primary role of the research assistant will be to work with local schools and community organizations to recruit participants and organize data collections. The research assistant will also be expected to play an active role in all stages of the  lab’s ongoing research projects, including 1) conducting experiments with infants, children, and adults in laboratory and school settings; (2) training and supervising undergraduate and graduate researchers; (3) administrative duties, such as daily record keeping, data management, equipment purchase, and maintenance of lab participant database; and (4) providing general support to other researchers.

Preferred start date is August 1^st (with some flexibility), with a 2-year desired commitment, further extendable depending on fit. 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field or discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant research experience
• Knowledge of general principles and practices within a discipline and ability to use that knowledge for practical application.
• Administrative experience and experience working with children is preferred.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, computer literacy
• An ability to work independently, and an interest in development are a must
• The applicant should be comfortable interacting with children of all ages, with undergraduate students, and especially with parents and community members.
• Fluency in Spanish is not required, but a plus.

To apply

Please send your CV, a cover letter, and list of 3 references to Nicole Oppenheimer (nlo28@psychology.rutgers.edu), Dr. LoBue’s lab manager. The cover letter should describe your relevant experience, and it should in particular address your research, and experience engaging with local community groups or schools.