Child Mind Institute · 6 hours ago
Research Assistant, Autism Center
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$46K/yr - $48K/yrChild Mind Institute is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. As a Research Assistant, you will support research studies on autism and related conditions, assisting with data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation.
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Responsibilities
Support the Principal Investigator and site clinicians in outreach, recruitment and collection of behavioral data from participating children and/or parents
Collect physiological data, eye tracking for assigned studies and help acquire neuroimaging data while ensuring a high-quality experience for research participants
Protect personal and sensitive information and IRB related documentation
Conduct regular data quality control
Collaborate with the Principal Investigator and research scientists in data analyses, result interpretation and manuscript preparation
Conduct and summarize scientific literature review
Present findings at team meetings
Perform additional job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Neuroscience or other related scientific fields (or anticipated by the end of June 2026)
Some clinical and/or research experience in autism or related neurodevelopmental conditions
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite; familiarity with R and/or python
Attention to detail: Strong focus on accuracy and completeness
Time management: Ability to meet deadlines and manage workload
Problem-solving: Proactively address issues and find solutions
Multitasking: Capable of handling several tasks simultaneously
Proficiency in software: Familiarity with MS Office, Google Workspace, or relevant software
Interpersonal skills: Strong teamwork, collaboration, compassion and understanding, including with toddlers, caregivers and children with autism
Flexibility: Adaptable to changing needs and priorities
Benefits
Medical insurance
401(k)
Paid parental leave
Dependent care
Flexible work schedules
Discounted tickets and entertainment perks programs
Company
Child Mind Institute
The Child Mind Institute is an independent national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders.
Founded in 2009
201-500 employees
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