Research Assistant - Lifespan Development Lab

Research AssistantBrandeis University is delighted to announce a career opportunity as a Research Assistant in the Lifespan Development Lab in the Department of Psychology. Brandeis offers a generous and competitive benefits package including paid time off, health, dental and vision as well as a retirement plan match plus tuition benefits. We offer an opportunity to work with a dedicated and fun team at our beautiful campus in Waltham, MA with free parking and other perks.The Research Assistant (RA) will coordinate and work on multiple studies focused on cognition, personality, and health in adult development and aging.Responsibilities will include:Coordinates data collection and analysis for research projects on cognition, personality, physical activity, and aging under the direction of the principal investigator- 20% timeResponsible for multiple tasks associated with data processing, cognitive test scoring, and preparing data files for public dissemination- 15% of timeConduct data analysis of longitudinal data sets on cognition, health, and personality and writeup results 20% of timeImplements multiple tasks associated with literature search and management of references and updating websites-10% of timePerforms preparation of test materials and research protocols and assists with preparation of human subjects protocols- 10% of timeSupervises and trains student RA's and sets work schedule of other lab members- 15% of timePerforms the ordering of lab supplies and tracking lab needs, organizing lab meetings, and payment of student RA's - 10% of timeThe position is for two years with the possibility of an extension.Qualifications include:B.A. or a M.A. degree strongly preferred, preferably in Psychology, Public Health, or a related field with excellent communication and computer skills.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are necessary.Experience in a behavioral science lab environment and knowledge of research methods and statistics are required.The job responsibilities require knowledge of PC and Mac computers, MS Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.Familiarity with statistical software packages such as SPSS, Stata, or R to conduct data analysis.Access to a car is desirable for data collection and travel to meetings with collaborators.Equal Opportunity StatementBrandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class")