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Northeastern University · 3 months ago

Research Technician - Brain Game Center for Mental Fitness and Well-Being

Boston, MA (Main Campus)

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$20.47/hr - $28.14/hr

1+ years exp

Northeastern University is seeking Research Technicians for the Brain Game Center for Mental Fitness and Well-Being to assist in studies measuring and training cognitive processes. The role involves leading studies, managing research participants, and ensuring compliance with research protocols while working with diverse populations.

Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop study tools (e.g., tracking forms, questionnaires, administration protocols), train research assistants on study procedures, and run participants through study procedures

Lead project meetings, coordinating with team members to monitor progress, address challenges, and ensure continuous advancement toward research objectives

Engage with potential participants through various recruitment methods (e.g., flyers, ads, events, etc) and train, support, and supervise research assistants and staff to help with participant recruitment

Verify participant data daily to ensure collection is accurate and process data with MATLAB, Python, and R scripts as needed

Prepare and maintain IRB materials, ensuring compliance with approved procedures

Oversee the ordering, inventory, and management of lab equipment and office supplies; collaborate with the finance and IT departments to coordinate equipment procurement

Supervise daily lab operations, address issues that arise, and report them to supervisors

Qualification

Research experienceMATLABPythonRIRB proceduresProject managementCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTime managementProblem-solving

Required

BA/BS degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Education, or related technical field

Experience with IRB and clinical trial procedures

One to three years of academic or professional experience in a research lab

Ability to keep accurate and detailed records of research data

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Excellent interpersonal, time management, and solution-focused problem-solving skills

Willingness to work flexible hours as needed, including evening / after-hours and weekend hours, as needed for particular research activities, and to travel off-site for recruitment events

Preferred

Experience working with older adults, children, and managing undergraduate staff

Experience managing different large-scale projects

Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, and R

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Dental

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness & life

Retirement-

Commuting & transportation

Company

Northeastern University

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Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university with a distinctive, experience-driven approach to education and discovery.

Founded in 1898

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.northeastern.edu/cri/

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