Perceptual Studies Scientist: Autism & Consciousness

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia’s Division of Perceptual Studies in Charlottesville seeks a Research Scientist to coordinate and conduct research on autism, communication, and consciousness. You will work on an interdisciplinary team, overseeing data collection, analysis, and dissemination using behavioral, phenomenological, and eye-tracking methods.

The role focuses on leadership in data management, study design, and collaboration with clinicians and researchers, with on-site duties in Charlottesville,

Qualifications

• Requires a doctoral degree or master's degree with significant experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate data collection.
• Ensure IRB compliance and regulatory documentation.
• Oversee behavioral, qualitative, and eye-tracking data collection/management.
• Perform data cleaning, coding, quality assurance, and statistical analyses.
• Prepare manuscripts, conference presentations, technical reports, and grant progress reports.
• Assist with grant proposals and funding applications.
• Collaborate with investigators, clinicians, communication therapists, and external partners.
• Participate in weekly meetings and contribute to the research mission.

Skills

Data management

Statistical analysis

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Psychiatry, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, or related field

Master's degree with significant research experience

Tools

Eye-tracking technologies

Job description

University of Virginia’s Division of Perceptual Studies in Charlottesville seeks a Research Scientist to coordinate and conduct research on autism, communication, and consciousness. You will work on an interdisciplinary team, overseeing data collection, analysis, and dissemination using behavioral, phenomenological, and eye-tracking methods.

The role focuses on leadership in data management, study design, and collaboration with clinicians and researchers, with on-site duties in Charlottesville,