Developmental Neuroscience Research Assistant (MRI)

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health insurance from day one

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a full-time Research Assistant in Cambridge, MA to support MRI and behavioral testing across multiple studies in a developmental cognitive neuroscience lab. The role is ideal for those considering graduate study in neuroscience, psychology, or education.

The position requires strong organizational skills, ability to work with pediatric populations, and readiness to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. On-campus work with a 35-hour week is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years related research experience (can be part of undergraduate work).
• Demonstrated knowledge of research populations and/or techniques is required.
• Knowledge of basic research methods and statistical techniques required.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Collect magnetic resonance imaging data in individuals age 0-18 and assist with data collection.
• Administer and score psychometric assessments (e.g., CTOPP, Mullen, Woodcock Johnson, CELF, WRMT, WRAT, PPVT; 15–20 hours/week).
• Recruit and schedule research participants and communicate with families.
• Record and code data per project protocols; training provided.
• Process, organize, summarize data and report results using scientific or statistical software.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Willingness to work nights/weekends

Data analysis

Coding experience

Tools

Statistical software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Harvard University is seeking a full-time Research Assistant in Cambridge, MA to support MRI and behavioral testing across multiple studies in a developmental cognitive neuroscience lab. The role is ideal for those considering graduate study in neuroscience, psychology, or education.

The position requires strong organizational skills, ability to work with pediatric populations, and readiness to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. On-campus work with a 35-hour week is expected.