Full-time Faculty Specialist (Research Assistant) in
Cognitive Neuroscience
The Laboratory for Integrative Cognition and Neuroscience (ICON lab, PI: Dr. Weizhen Xie [Zane]) in the Department of Psychology at the University of Maryland (College Park, MD) is seeking a full-time Faculty Specialist (Research Assistant) to work on studies examining memory and brain functions in a diverse population, including healthy adults across age groups as well as individuals with neurological and/or psychiatric conditions.
In this position, the RA will receive training in state-of-the-art behavioral research techniques (e.g., online crowdsourcing and computational modeling) and human neuroscience methods (e.g., intracranial/scalp EEG and fMRI) to study questions core to memory and cognition.
The expected start date for the position is Spring 2024, which is negotiable. A 2-year commitment is requested but can be adjusted based on the trainee’s progress. Application review will take place on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Minimal Qualifications:
Previous research experience in any field, a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, biology, biomedical engineering, computer science, or other related fields. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.
Preferred qualifications but not required:
Interested applicants should prepare a CV and cover letter, along with contact information (email address or phone number) for three references. Please send your application materials or any questions to iconlab.umd@gmail.com for consideration. Applications from members of groups underrepresented in science are encouraged.
