The Social Learning and Decisions Lab at the University of Maryland, led by PI Caroline Charpentier, is hiring a full-time Research Assistant/Project Coordinator starting August–September 2026. The lab studies how people make social and emotional decisions, with a focus on brain processes, individual differences, and neurodiversity.
This role is ideal for those planning to pursue graduate school and offers hands-on experience in a NIMH-funded fMRI study. Key responsibilities include recruiting and testing participants, assisting with research projects, contributing to data analysis and publications, supervising undergraduate assistants, and managing daily lab operations.
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong organizational and communication skills, and experience working with human participants (especially in behavioral or MRI studies). Programming and data analysis skills (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB) are a plus.
The position is full-time, in-person, and initially for one year, with possible renewal. Applications are due by May 15, 2026.
Link to SLD: https://sldlab.umd.edu/
Link to the application: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/caroline-charpentier-71431648_sld-postbacc-job-ad-activity-7455457854024679424-jiAR?utm_medium=ios_app&rcm=ACoAAAY7MoIBElqwJPy4dtMN2X5pVQCqjq9d-xQ&utm_source=social_share_send&utm_campaign=copy_link
