Research Specialist I - Neuroscience of Education Research on Development (NERD) Lab

University of Missouri - Columbia; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Retirement

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Paid caregiver leave

Educational fee discounts for all four

Job summary

The University of Missouri - Columbia invites applications for a full-time Research Specialist I in the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences. The lab studies cognitive and neural bases of language and gesture across development and ASD, using EEG, fNIRS, and eye-tracking.

The role focuses on efficient, collaborative research work, data collection, and supporting staff, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule and a grant-funded position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences or related field.
• Familiarity with EEG, fNIRS, and/or eye-tracking and related data collection/analysis software (PsychoPy, R, Matlab).
• Experience conducting experimental research on cognition, language processing, or ASD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned work effectively, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Understands how individual duties relate to team goals and collaboration.
• Assists staff, faculty, students and/or public with equipment operation and production activities.
• Uses established procedures to solve routine problems and complete tasks.
• Identifies and resolves typical problems in own area without supervision; suggests solutions.
• Provides recommendations to supervisor when requested.
• Communicates basic technical information with team members.
• Exchanges information with appropriate stakeholders.
• Performs other job-related duties as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences or related field

Tools

EEG

fNIRS

Eye-tracking

PsychoPy

R

Matlab

Job description

Hiring Department

Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences- College of Health Sciences

Job Description

Dr. Laura M. Morett’s Neuroscience of Education Research on Development (NERD) Lab in the College of Health Sciences – Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences at the University of Missouri – Columbia is seeking applicants for a full-time Research Specialist I.

The lab conducts research on the cognitive and neural bases of typical and disordered language processing and acquisition, focusing in particular on hand gesture.

A variety of methods, including electroencephalography (EEG), functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), and eye-tracking are used to examine language and gesture across the lifespan in typical development and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Job Responsibilities

• Focuses on completing work effectively, efficiently, and in a timely fashion
• Understands how own assigned duties relate to others in the team and how the team integrates with others
• May assist staff, faculty, students and/or general public with the basic operation of equipment and/or with production activities
• Uses existing procedures to solve routine problems and perform a range/variety of tasks/activities
• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established options
• Provides recommendations to supervisor as needed and/or requested
• Impacts the quality of own work
• Communicates basic technical information with team members
• Provides information to and exchanges information with appropriate and/or various parties
• Other job-related duties as necessary and job development

Shift

Monday – Friday

8:00am – 5:00pm

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences or a related discipline (e.g., psychology, linguistics, neuroscience); familiarity with EEG, fNIRS, and/or eye-tracking and relevant data collection and analysis software (e.g., PsychoPy, R, Matlab); experience working with individuals with ASD; experience conducting experimental research on cognition, cognitive neuroscience, and/or language processing.

Anticipated Hiring Range

This position is grant funded. Employment is contingent upon available grant funding.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $17.40 – $30.30 per hour

Grade: GGS 007

University Title: Research Specialist I

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefit Eligibility

• medical plans
• dental plans
• vision plans
• retirement
• paid time off
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• paid parental leave
• paid caregiver leave
• educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses

For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

Other Information

At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/ , we work every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.

Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.

Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of tomorrow.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!