The Spatial Cognition Laboratory headed by Stella Lourenco at Emory University is accepting applications for a full-time lab coordinator beginning June-July 2012. The lab conducts research on space and related concepts. On-going experiments are concerned with addressing questions on spatial development and individual differences, number representation and early math achievement, as well as individual differences in how people represent near (or “personal”) space. These experiments cut across a variety of age groups, including infants, preschoolers, and college students.
Lab coordinator duties include a variety of administrative and research-related tasks such as training and overseeing undergraduate research assistants, creating stimuli, recruiting participants, conducting experiments, analyzing data, purchasing equipment, maintenance of IRB protocols and lab webpage, and grant management.
This type of position is ideal for highly motivated individuals wishing to gain intensive research experience prior to applying to PhD programs.
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field is required.
Preferred qualifications:
· Experience working with children.
· Strong organizational, communication andinterpersonal skills.
· Knowledge of Excel, SPSS statistical software and experience with at least one programming language (e.g., MATLAB/java).
Minimum 1-2 year commitment. Pay and benefits are commensurate with experience.
Interested individuals should send a cover letter, CV or resume, and two letters of recommendation to Stella Lourenco (stella.lourenco@emory.edu). Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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Stella F. Lourenco, Ph.D.
Emory University
Department of Psychology
36 Eagle Row, Room 471
Atlanta, Georgia 30322
Office phone: 404-727-7448
Lab phone: 404-727-2988
Fax: 404-727-0372
Faculty website: http://psychology.emory.edu/cognition/lourenco/index.html
Lab website: http://psychology.emory.edu/cognition/lourenco/lab
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