Research Coordinator

The website; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University’s PINE Lab seeks a Research Coordinator to support the Project SCALE initiative, coordinating EEG research in early child development across multiple sites. The role involves IRB liaison, data management, budgeting, and collaboration with external partners, with travel opportunities.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, strong organizational skills, and experience with large pediatric datasets; EEG experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Public Health, or related field.
• Experience managing large-scale pediatric data or clinical trial data.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team.
• Experience with EEG data acquisition/analysis helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage IRB interactions and project administration.
• Train and supervise lab volunteers and monitor grant progress.
• Develop and document lab procedures and manuals.
• Perform data processing, analysis, and programming tasks across MATLAB, Python, R, Unix, and shell scripting.
• Coordinate recruitment, purchasing, and lab operations; manage budgets and websites.

Skills

Data management

Project management

Lab coordination

EEG data

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Developmental Psychology

Tools

MATLAB

Python

R

Unix

Shell scripting

Job description

## Research CoordinatorApplylocations: Boston, MA (Main Campus)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R141536**About the Opportunity****About the Plasticity in Neurodevelopment (PINE) Lab**The PINE Lab at Northeastern University, led by Professor Laurel Gabard-Durnam, is part of the Center for Cognitive and Brain Health in the Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Complex at Northeastern University, a community of labs examining brain, mental, and physical health across the lifespan.**Job Summary**The Department of Psychology is seeking a full-time Research Coordinator to work in the PINE Lab. This role will support Project SCALE, which examines how scalable, low-cost electroencephalography (EEG) methods can be used in multiple contexts globally to better understand early child development and evaluate clinical trial success and outcomes in infancy. The role oversees integration with existing cohorts and clinical trials across more than five countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and manages the lab’s relationship with huru, the company co-creating the EEG hardware and software solution for this work. The role is based in Boston, MA, but includes opportunities for travel to other countries. This role provides experience with all aspects of the research process, which could serve as a launchpad to graduate studies.**Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities***Data Management and Project Management** Manage project administration activities, including Institutional Review Board (IRB) interactions, financial reimbursements, database management, and data processing* Train and supervise lab volunteers working on the grant* Research and purchase equipment to support lab operations* Manage finances and balance project budgets* Develop and maintain laboratory websites* Support hiring activities, including drafting advertisements, identifying posting venues, and conducting initial applicant reviews* Develop and document laboratory practices, procedures, and manuals* Communicate with administrators across the University regarding project and operational needs* Troubleshoot operational, technical, and project-related issues as they arise*Collaborative Teamwork on Data Projects** Develop and manage IRB applications for human subjects research studies* Compose and modify research protocols* Organize and maintain human subjects research data* Maintain secure project databases* Perform computer coding, data analysis, and programming tasks using MATLAB, Python, R, Unix, shell scripting (bash, tsch), and HTML*Manuscript Preparation with Primary Authorship Opportunities** Conduct literature reviews* Contribute to hypothesis generation* Draft initial manuscripts with mentoring from Dr. Gabard-Durnam* Solicit, incorporate, and respond to feedback from co-authors**Minimum Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree required in Developmental or Clinical Psychology, Neuroscience, Public Health, or a related field* Excellent organizational and communication skills* Ability to work independently* Experience managing large-scale pediatric data or clinical trial data* Experience with electroencephalography (EEG) or functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data acquisition and analysis is helpful but not requiredApplicants must include the following documentation with their application: 1. Resume 2. Cover LetterThe University is unable to work sponsor for this role, now or in the future.**Position Type**Research**Additional Information**Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.**Compensation Grade/Pay Type:**106S**Expected Hiring Range:**$48,610.00 - $66,838.75*With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.*