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This position is funded for 12 months; continuation past 12 months will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Concepts, Imagery, and Simulation in Cognition Lab , headed by Dr. Emiko Muraki, is seeking a full-time Human Research Technologist .
The Human Research Technologist will have the opportunity to work on studies investigating how the mind grounds and simulates concept meaning, bridging perception, action, imagery, and language in adults.
In doing so, the lab incorporates several techniques, including EEG, fMRI, behavioral research methods, and quantitative statistical analysis.
This work will take advantage of the University’s broad resources, including the Center for Language Science and the Social, Life, and Engineering Sciences and Imaging (SLEIC) Center .
Important Note : This position requires a flexible schedule to include working some evenings and weekends, primarily to accommodate the availability of research participants.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Recruit and schedule study participants, manage recruitment platform signups, and maintain participant records
Assist with behavioral, EEG, and fMRI study design, programming, and data collection
Process, clean, and analyze behavioral and/or neural data using quantitative statistical analysis
Prepare and maintain study materials, data, and analysis code for sharing on open science repositories
Support the training and coordination of undergraduate research assistants; may assist in the interviewing, training, and scheduling of these students
Coordinate the day-to-day activities in the lab, such as coordinating with the Institutional Review Board and documenting lab procedures and protocols
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Associate Degree
No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.
Required Certifications:
None
Preferred Qualifications (one or more):
A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field
Experience in a lab that conducts behavioral or neuroimaging studies
Experience with EEG or fMRI
Research experience with Python, R, or Matlab
Important Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload a cover letter of interest, highlighting relevant skills, and a CV/resume.
Additional Information:
Questions regarding the position may be addressed to Dr. Emiko Muraki at ejmuraki@psu.edu
The Department of Psychology in the College of the Liberal Arts at Penn State is home to the Concepts, Imagery, and Simulation in Cognition Lab.
The College of the Liberal Arts is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
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