Graduating and looking to acquire some research experience before pursuing an advanced degree? Apply for this RA position in the Neurocognitive Lab!

Lab Manager/Research Assistant
Neurocognitive Lab
University of Maryland, College Park

With limited supervision and oversight from the Principal Investigator (PI), the Research Assistant will coordinate research projects investigating memory and development in children and adults in the Neurocognitive Development Laboratory at the University of Maryland, College Park. See: http://www.bsos.umd.edu/psyc/riggins/ for more details.

Responsibilities: (1) training and supervising a staff of graduate and undergraduate research assistants as well as high school interns

(2) conducting behavioral, electrophysiological, and functional magnetic resonance imaging experiments with young children and adults (i.e., recruiting, scheduling, and data collection)

(3) analyzing behavioral, electrophysiological and neuroimaging data

(4) performing general administrative duties, including data management and maintenance of budgets, lab web pages and participant recruiting systems

(5) programming scientific experiments and developing experimental stimuli

(6) assisting with IRB protocol creation and compliance

(7) conducting library searches and literature reviews to assist in manuscript preparation

(8) providing general support for the PI and other researchers in the laboratory including, but not limited to, purchasing and maintaining lab equipment.

Qualifications: Recommended background and skills include:

a bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field (psychology, biology, or neuroscience; advanced degree preferred)

previous research experience using behavioral, electrophysiological, and functional magnetic resonance imaging methods

experience managing research projects; previous experience working with children; the ability to work independently

keen attention to detail; excellent public relations skills

the ability to interact warmly and professionally with parents and children

Strong organizational, computational, managerial, problem-solving, and analytic skills are essential. Computer skills should include knowledge of Word, Excel, SPSS; experience with Dreamweaver, EPrime and basic programming would also be beneficial. Familiarity with analysis of statistical data and preparation of scientific manuscripts and grant applications is strongly preferred. This is a 40 hours/week position (with benefits) and has a 1-year minimum commitment. Salary is competitive. 

How to Apply:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should email 1) a cover letter describing their background and interest in the position, 2) CV, and 3) names and contact information for 3 references to Tracy Riggins, Ph.D. at [email protected].


The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, gender, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, or political affiliation. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

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