Research Assistant position at UConn

[Diane Lillo-Martin]

*Job Posting Title:  *Research Assistant II



The Cognitive Science Program seeks to fill a full-time three-year end-date
Research Assistant II, AAUP, position.  This position spans a number of
labs in different departments, all of which focus on research involving
child participants, both typically developing and those with
neurodevelopmental or other disorders.  This position will receive
undergraduate student support.  Anticipated start date is June 27, 2014.



*Duties:   *Participant recruitment in the community, including schools,
preschools, libraries, doctors' offices, etc.; participant recruitment via
social media and other internet-based formats; assist in developing and
coordinating a child participant database accessible to multiple labs that
conduct research with children; training and coordination of volunteers and
project research assistants; coordinate data collection at off-campus
locations; assist with the delivery of workshops and other outreach
activities for parents, teachers, and other study collaborators; enter and
maintain accurate and confidential database records; some travel required,
weekend and non-business hours occasionally as well; perform other related
duties.



*Minimum Qualifications*:  Bachelor¹s degree in neurobiology, human
development, allied health, speech and hearing sciences, psychology,
linguistics, or a related discipline; additional experience of one or more
years in the conduct of health or natural/social science research or
equivalent combination of education and experience; excellent
organizational and interpersonal skills, including strengths in public
relations; ability to work independently; some experience working with
children and their families; must have valid driver's license.



*Preferred Qualifications*:  Basic familiarity with database design and
maintenance (ACCESS or similar); basic computer skills in web design and
social media; at least one year of experience working with children and
their families.



For full consideration, candidates should submit a letter of application,
resume and the names of three references online using Husky Hire.
Screening of applicants will begin immediately.  Employment of the
successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a
pre-employment criminal background check.  The University of Connecticut is
an EEO/AA employer.  (2014543)

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