Soc/Clin Research Assistant

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 30 Sep 2022

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Psychology and Neuroscience - 319100
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 08/26/2022
Application Deadline 09/30/2022
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant
Position Number 20049924
Vacancy ID S020236
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 9 am – 5 pm; some evenings and weekends
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $15.38 per hour
Proposed Start Date 10/17/2022
Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months not to exceed 11 months

Position Information


Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The primary purpose of the Psychology and Neuroscience Department is to provide excellent education, research and service in the field. This goal breaks down into four important components: 1) to teach psychology and neuroscience to undergraduates in a manner that will introduce them vigorously to its broad scope; 2) to offer scientific and professional training to graduate students in the areas of behavioral and integrative neuroscience, clinical, cognitive, developmental, quantitative, and social psychology; 3) to carry out cutting-edge research in these areas, and 4) to provide consulting and administrative support services to the science and profession of psychology as well as to the university, the community, the state, and the nation.
The Department consists of six programs: behavioral and integrative neuroscience; clinical psychology; cognitive psychology; developmental psychology; quantitative psychology, and social psychology. Each program is designed to acquaint the student thoroughly with the theoretical and research content of the specialty and to provide training in the research skills needed to become a competent and creative investigator. In addition, the programs focus on the development of appropriate professional skills.
The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience ranks 2nd in the College in grant funding with over $12 million annually in grant expenditures and approximately $20 million annually in expenditures from all funds. The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience has the largest undergraduate major in the College of Arts and Sciences with approximately 1500 majors, and one of the largest graduate Ph.D. programs with approximately 120 graduate students. The Department is also home to four community clinics which generate fee revenue (Adult Clinic, Anxiety Clinic, Child and Family Clinic, Couples Clinic), known collectively as the UNC Psychology and Neuroscience Community Clinic (the Clinic).
Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to contribute to ongoing neuroimaging studies in the Cohen Lab with an emphasis on brain function and how it is disrupted in developmental disorders, such as ADHD. Responsibilities for this position include: (1) data entry and management, (2) analysis of behavioral data, (3) neuroimaging data analysis, including structural and functional connectivity, and (4) data collection. This position is time-limited for one year.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Requirements include: 1) research experience processing or analyzing data from human subjects; 2) at least some experience or familiarity with MATLAB, python, R or another programming language or statistical software; 3) knowledge of research ethics and research methods; 4) excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; and 5) ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, or a related field preferred.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Please note that a resume, cover letter, and list of references will be required as part of hte application.
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