Lab coordinator position in the Memory at Emory Lab



The Memory at Emory Laboratory headed by Patricia Bauer, Department of
Psychology, Emory University, is accepting applications for a
full-time laboratory coordinator beginning immediately. The lab
conducts research on a variety of aspects of memory from a
developmental perspective, using behavior, eye tracking, and
event-related potentials (ERPs). On-going studies focus on
autobiographical or personal memory, the roles of time and space in
episodic memory, relations between emotion and memory, and extension
of semantic knowledge through integration across episodes and
contexts. The studies are with a number of age groups, including
preschool and school-age children and adults. See
http://www.psychology.emory.edu/cognition/bauer/lab/index.html for
more details.



Lab coordinator duties include a variety of administrative and
research-related tasks, such as (1) training and overseeing
undergraduate research assistants; (2) conducting behavioral,
electrophysiological, and eye tracking experiments with children and
adults (i.e., recruiting, scheduling, and data collection); (3)
reducing, managing, and analyzing behavioral and electrophysiological
data; (4) creating experimental stimuli; (5) conducting library
searches and literature reviews to assist in manuscript and grant
preparation; and (6) performing general administrative duties,
including maintenance of the lab webpage and purchasing of lab and
office supplies.



Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field is
required as well as previous research experience using behavioral,
and/or electrophysiological methods.

 Preferred qualifications include, but are not limited to experience
managing research projects; previous experience working with children;
the ability to work independently; keen attention to detail; and the
ability to interact warmly and professionally with parents and
children. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving
skills are essential. Computer skills should include knowledge of
Word, Excel, SPSS or SAS software, and SurveyMonkey.



This type of position is ideal for highly motivated individuals
wishing to gain intensive research experience prior to applying to PhD
programs.

Minimum 2 year commitment. The position is full-time and provides a
full benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience.



Interested individuals should send the following to Patricia Bauer
(patricia.bauer@emory.edu) 1) a cover letter describing their
background and interest in the position, 2) CV or resume, and 3) two
letters of recommendation. Applications will be considered on a
rolling basis until the position is filled.





This is an equal employment opportunity, and Emory is an affirmative
action employer. Emory does not discriminate in employment on the
basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national
origin, age, disability or veteran/Reserve/National Guard status.




Marina Larkina, Ph.D.
Research Projects Manager
Bauer Memory Development Lab
Emory University

phone: 404-712-8330
http://www.psychology.emory.edu/cognition/bauer/lab/index.html