Research Assistant for the Cognition, Affect, and Psychophysiology Lab at Virginia Tech

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April 1

The Cognition, Affect, and Psychophysiology Lab (CAP Lab) at Virginia Tech, headed by Dr. Martha Ann Bell, is seeking a Research Assistant for the HEALthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) Study and other lab-related research projects at Virginia Tech. The Research Assistant will join a team of other Research Assistants in the lab and be responsible for the day-to-day functioning of all HBCD research activities and will assist with other lab projects. The Research Assistant will work as a team with CAP Lab Coordinator in data collection (EEG, questionnaires, behavioral observations) in our Blacksburg campus lab and at our satellite lab in Roanoke.

This is a limited-term appointment, funded for two years from date of hire after a 6-month probationary period, and with possibility for renewal beyond two years.

Required qualifications:

Previous research experience in a lab focused on infant and child participants
Willingness to participate in data collection on evenings and weekends as necessary
Effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work independently as well as with a group
Detail oriented
Demonstrated ability to interact respectfully and comfortably with all individuals in a diverse, multicultural environment, exercising a high degree of confidentiality
Ability to manage multiple tasks and exceptional time-management skills.
Ability to resolve issues in a timely manner and ensure smooth data collection appointments.
Have transportation available to travel between CAP Lab in Blacksburg and our satellite lab at the Roanoke Higher Education Center in Roanoke (42 miles away)

Preferred qualifications: