I'm not going to do much with this post other than post job announcements that come across my desk. I will update this as job applications come in (dates at the top indicate when I received the ad). I will delete older advertisements less periodically.
October 22, 2026
My lab is hiring a new lab manager/project manager, and I'd appreciate it if you could pass this message along to any former students who may be looking.
Position Overview and Key Responsibilities:
We are seeking a full-time Project Manager for the Language Development and Perception Labs in the Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences at the University of Maryland. The manager will be responsible for overseeing a new project on the effect of noise in children's homes on their development.
This is a two-year position. Start date is December 1, 2026, or potentially sooner. This is not a remote position. Candidates must be able to work in person at the University of Maryland College Park.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Has a Bachelor's degree in psychology, hearing & speech science, cognitive science or a related field, and at least one year of research experience, with prior experience in infant laboratory testing procedures preferred.
Experience: Has experience with participant recruitment, data collection and management, and data analysis. Experience with children, and proficiency with statistics, web development, video coding, and experiment presentation software are a plus. Successful experience overseeing and mentoring undergraduate research assistants is another plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Required:
-Experience with participant recruitment, testing child participants, and interacting with parents
-Outstanding communications skills, both written and print
-Proven organizational ability
-Strong attention to detail
-Organizational and time management skills to follow up on many components of a complex research project and oversee the day-to-day activities of the lab
-Ability to troubleshoot and set up computers, equipment, software for research projects
-Ability to work independently and in a team environment, and to manage data transfer across research sites
-Ability to work self-sufficiently and identify areas where processes could be improved
Preferences:
-Familiarity with programming and statistical software (e.g., R/Rstudio)
-Familiarity with experiment presentation software, video coding, and audio editing
More information and an application can be found at: https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMCP/job/University-of-Maryland-College-Park/Faculty-Assistant_JR105222
October 20, 2026
Dr. Sha’s lab (https://shazhiqiang.wixsite.com/sha-lab) at the University of South Carolina is seeking a fully-funded Research Assistant. Our lab is affiliated with the Carolina Autism & Neurodevelopment Center, the Institute for Mind & Brain, and works closely with the McCausland Center for Brain Imaging in Columbia, the center of SC Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Our lab explores the mechanisms of atypical brain development and neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism spectrum disorders) by leveraging computation modeling to bridge neural circuitry, exposure (e.g., early life adversity) and psychopathological phenotypes, and treatment outcomes. These innovative projects will leverage state-of-the-art computational models and deep learning algorithms, supported by the Brain Imaging Center (with 3T and high-field 7T MRI scanners) and the Biobehavioral Research Center.
This position provides an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated student to gain hands-on experience with neuroimaging (e.g., MRI) and computational modeling, making it ideal preparation for a future graduate or medical career. Research Assistant will be actively involved in the scientific process and are encouraged to contribute meaningfully to publications. We fully support research assistants in leading first-author publications and presenting their work at international conferences.
Duties:
•Computational modeling; statistical modeling
•MRI data collection, processing, analysis; present results and publish papers
•Manage daily administrative operations of the lab (e.g., scheduling and communication)
Requirements:
•Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science (e.g., neuroscience, math, biostatistics, biomedical engineering and etc.)
•Experience with clinical and MRI data collection and data analysis.
•Candidates with coding experience are preferred.
How to apply:
Please submit your CV to Dr. Sha (zsha@mailbox.sc.edu).
October 11, 2026
Job Summary: The Laboratory for Healthy Social-Emotional Development is hiring a full-time Research Assistant to begin as soon as possible (PI: Dr. Alva Tang). The Research Assistant will work at the University of Texas at Dallas main campus in Richardson. The Research Assistant will have the opportunity to work on an nichd-funded study examining adolescents’ processing of social information, and to oversee day-to-day activities in the lab. This is a one-year position with the possibility of extension based on performance.
Preferred Education & Experience: The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Education/ Human Development or a related field. Experience conducting research with humans, collecting data with EEG or other kinds of neuroimaging techniques, and experience working with children and/or adolescents and families are preferred. Applicants interested in attending graduate school or pursuing a career focused on research in developmental psychology, neuroscience, or clinical psychology are encouraged to apply.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Participant recruitment, coordinating lab visits for adolescents, and acquiring data from adolescents and parents using EEG experimental tasks, cognitive tasks, and surveys.
2. Data management (e.g., working with RedCap), maintaining a database, and coding and analyzing data.
3. Lab management (e.g., writing lab protocols, IRB amendments, participant reimbursements, training undergraduate students, maintaining lab website).
4. Community engagement and building relationships with community partners (e.g., attending recruitment functions, assisting with advertisements).
5. Manuscript preparation with authorship opportunities.
Requirements for the position: This position requires keen attention to detail, organizational and planning abilities to work within deadlines, and excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to communicate and work with families and the research team.
Instructions: The link to the application portal is here, https://jobs.utdallas.edu/postings/32903
Please provide (1) a cover letter describing research and lab experience, (2) CV/resume, and (3) contact information of at least two references. Reviews will begin immediately until the position is filled.
October 7, 2026
The Learning, Development, and Rehabilitation Lab at the University of Southern California is recruiting a Research Lab Technician II. This is a fixed-term benefits-eligible position (with possibility for extension) at 60% effort (24 hours/week).
Research in the lab focuses on understanding the development of motor skills in infants with and without neurodevelopmental disabilities, and on developing early motor interventions that promote exploration, learning, and global development. Our work is highly interdisciplinary and integrates developmental psychology, movement science, and rehabilitation science.
The technician will primarily work on an NIH-funded study using wearables and home video recordings to study everyday experiences in infants and toddlers with Down syndrome. Primary responsibilities include data collection in home and lab settings, participant recruitment and scheduling, and managing behavioral coding of video data. NOTE the technician must be fluent in Spanish.
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (ideally in psychology, kinesiology/movement science, child development, cognitive science, neuroscience, exercise science, or a related field, but all academic backgrounds will be considered)
Valid US driver’s license, access to a car, and ability to drive to in-home data collections in the Los Angeles area
Excellent organizational and communication skills and attention to detail
Basic computer skills (MacOS, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software) and interest in learning new technologies
Experience working with young children
Bilingual English/Spanish
To apply: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/research-lab-technician-ii/1209/101644192736
Feel free to contact me with any questions (kretch@usc.edu)!
October 6, 2026
The Developmental Diversity (DevDiv) Lab at University College London (UCL) in the UK is seeking a Research Assistant to join the CHEER project (Characterising Humour Enjoyment, Expression and Role in children with and without neurodevelopmental conditions associated with intellectual disabilities).
This project will explore how children with fragile X syndrome, autistic children with intellectual disability, and neurotypical children understand, enjoy and use humour, and whether humour can help support social engagement.
Working with Dr Katherine Ellis, Dr Sarah White, Dr Jo Moss, and Prof Sophie Scott, the successful candidate will contribute to a range of research activities including participant recruitment, data collection and analysis, behavioural coding, public involvement work with families, and dissemination of findings. The post offers an opportunity to gain experience in developmental psychology, neurodevelopmental conditions, intellectual disability, and strengths-based research approaches.
We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience of working with children with intellectual disabilities and/or neurodevelopmental conditions, collecting research data, and managing research datasets. A keen interest in developmental psychology, intellectual disability and neurodevelopmental conditions is essential.
For full details and to apply, please visit:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/search-ucl-jobs/details?jobId=48445&jobTitle=Research+Assistant
Further enquiries to: k.ellis@ucl.ac.uk
September 29, 2026
PlayReadVIP is hiring! We are currently recruiting for a PlayReadVIP Research Scientist (Research Scientist- 1165906_RR00123527 JOB LINK) at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. This position will support research at the PlayReadVIP National Center focused on early relational health, early literacy, and child development. Responsibilities include contributing to study leadership, project management, and staff supervision across a diverse portfolio of initiatives, including adaptations for childcare settings, international adaptation work in Singapore, and general longitudinal research on parenting and child development.
This opportunity will be of particular interest to individuals with a PhD in developmental psychology, education, neuroscience, implementation science, public health, child development, or a related field, along with at least 3 years of research experience and prior supervision experience. Candidates with proficiency with statistical and database software, and experience with scientific writing, international collaboration, or implementation science research are strongly preferred. Spanish fluency is beneficial but not required.
This position will be on-site at our office in Manhattan, New York. Additional details of the position are given below – please share out with anyone who might be interested! For any questions, please reach out to PlayReadVIP.jobs@nyulangone.org.
If you are interested in other positions/roles at PlayReadVIP, please complete an application using this LINK HERE.
September 14, 2026
Applications are invited for a Research Associate (open rank) position (see posting https://www.ummsjobs.com/job/11697/) at The Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center at UMass Chan Medical School. The RA will work on multiple projects under the direction of PI’s Dr. Sarabeth Broder-Fingert and Dr. Kyle Frost, and in collaboration with other faculty within the Shriver Center. Interested candidates should apply on the portal, and can also email me directly at kyle.frost1@umassmed.edu.
This position includes work on projects related to NIH- and industry-sponsored research. The RA will support on projects relating to early development and early identification of children with developmental disabilities, health systems and service access, and implementation of parent coaching/NDBIs in early autism services. Projects involve cross-site collaboration and working closely with research and community partners at other institutions. Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish are especially encouraged to apply.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience with database development and management
Comfortable interfacing with families, caregivers, and professionals in the context of recruitment and data collection
Demonstrated organizational skills and independent problem solving
Interest in developmental disabilities and health equity
Bilingual in English/Spanish
The Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center is dedicated to understanding and improving the challenges faced by individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), including autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or behavioral health disorders and to supporting their families. The Shriver Center’s comprehensive experience and expertise have established it as an international leader, devoted to supporting the full participation of people with disabilities in community life through:
Conducting research
Delivering unique and innovative educational programs
Developing leaders who will shape future research, training, and services in the disability field
Offering programs and services that are inclusive, person- and family-centered, culturally competent, evidence-based, and responsive to community needs; and
Partnering with local and national agencies and organizations.
August 24, 2026
Research Assistant, University of Maryland, College Park. To start Fall 2026. A position is open for a full-time research assistant to work on the National Healthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) study at the University of Maryland. The HBCD study is recruiting women during pregnancy and following their infants through the first 10 years of their lives. https://heal.nih.gov/research/infants-and-children/healthy-brain This project aims to conduct multi-modal brain imaging (MRI, EEG) and neurobehavioral assessment across the first years of life, as well as examine the impact of early adversity on children. The work will be supervised by Dr. Nathan Fox, Dr. Brenda Jones Harden, and Dr. Tracy Riggins.
Research assistants working on this project will be involved in participant recruitment and retention, scheduling visits, behavioral assessments and collecting EEG data. Training will be provided in EEG acquisition and processing. The position will also involve working with undergraduate research assistants.
Flexible schedule on evenings and weekends is required, as is willingness to conduct participant home visits. A car is not necessary but preferred. Required education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Development, or Cognitive or Affective Neuroscience. The position requires excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills. Prior experience working with infants and/or young children and their parents, including those who have experienced adversity, in a research context is preferred. Spanish language proficiency preferred. The job is available beginning late Spring/early Summer 2025 and requires a two-year commitment. Interested individuals should send a cover letter, CV and the names and email addresses of two references to Julie Staples-Watson, staples3@umd.edu.
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. UMD is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected status in all aspects of employment. UMD is actively engaged in recruiting, hiring, and promoting underrepresented communities; minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
August 14, 2026
The Causality and Mind Lab (PI: Dave Sobel - hey, that's me, the guy who writes this blog) at Brown University is hiring a motivated individual to serve as a laboratory manager. The lab manager will work with the PI, graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and undergraduates on NSF-funded projects related to parent-child interaction, STEM learning and engagement, children's interaction with AI and robots, children's developing understanding of effort and ability, and children's general social cognitive development.
The lab manager position will develop and implement study materials, help in the design of online and in-person experiments, recruit, schedule and test research participants, monitor human subject compliance, program and manage on-line experiments through Qualtrics and other software environments. Further details include managing the lab web page and calendar, training and supervising undergraduate research assistants, and supporting graduate and honors students in data collection and analysis.
To apply, please follow this link. Review of applications will begin on August 24 and continue until the position is filled. Please email Dave_Sobel@brown.edu with any questions.
This is a 100% fixed-term position, renewable annually dependent on grant funding/research and satisfactory work performance.
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Education or a related field is required
1-2 years of related research experience working with children (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
Familiarity with Qualtrics and statistical programming such as SPSS or R is necessary. Familiarity with Matlab, Children Helping Science, or other programming languages (e.g., Python, C++) is a plus.
Previous experience with developing experimental stimuli, design, planning and execution of empirical studies
Expertise in data analysis, presentation, and reporting.
Knowledge of research in cognitive development broadly construed.
Applicants must submit a cover letter and CV/resume.
Why Brown?
Brown University is a leading research university that is distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty, and staff are driven by the idea that their work will impact the world.
Brown University offers flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts, and more. Read more about the benefits of working at Brown here.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.
August 18, 2026
WE ARE HIRING! Come and work with us! We are looking for a full-time research assistant (in-person only) for the GaabLab (www.gaablab.com) in Cambridge, MA. This is an ideal job for a recent graduate passionate about learning disabilities, cognitive neuroscience, education, and translating research findings into policy. Please do not reach out over email but apply here: https://careers.harvard.edu/job/research-assistant-in-cambridge-ma-united-states-jid-1966
Nadine
August 18, 2026
Position description / application portal:
https://wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/Middletown-CT-Main-Campus/Lab-Coordinator_R101321
Description reposted below:
Lab Coordinator, Wesleyan University
The Cognitive Development Lab and the Reasoning and Decision Making Lab at Wesleyan University (Dr. Hilary Barth and Dr. Andrea Patalano) announce a full-time joint Lab Coordinator position. The Lab Coordinator will assist with studies of child and adult cognition, including NSF-funded collaborative work on numerical cognition. The Lab Coordinator will also assist with other general duties in each lab.
Responsibilities include:
* Oversee undergraduate research assistants, including support with study development, data collection/management, statistical analysis, and reporting of findings.
* Recruiting and scheduling participants
* Maintaining a participant family database
* Coordinating relationships with local collaboration sites such as children’s museums
* Data management and analysis
* Implementing online and in-person studies (study preregistration, IRB submissions, study programming)
* Running participants through studies
* Supporting a positive research group culture
* Conducting literature searches
* Assisting with the preparation of conference abstracts, manuscripts, and grants
* Other duties as assigned
The Lab Coordinator will have the opportunity to be directly involved in research, to earn authorship on journal articles, to attend research conferences, and to participate in other professional development activities.
This is an on-campus position. Funding for this position has been approved for one year with the possibility of extending to a second year.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
* Prior research experience in psychological science.
* General computer skills and statistical software experience (such as Microsoft Excel, SPSS, R, Qualtrics).
* Exceptional organizational skills, interpersonal skills, communication skills, quantitative skills, and attention to detail.
* Intellectual interest in the labs’ research areas.
* Demonstrated commitment to work within a diverse environment and interact openly with individuals of different backgrounds.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Experience in a developmental psychology lab using experimental methods.
* Programming skills.
August 1, 2026
The Meaning & Language Development (MeLD) Lab at University of California San Diego is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator to join our team beginning in Summer 2026. Please share this opportunity with anyone who might be a good fit.
The MeLD Lab examines how we learn to build meaning with language, and how that ability changes as we grow. Our work brings together three connected research themes: (i) how do learners acquire the meanings of words which play a scaffolding role in language, including logical operators and propositional attitude verbs, (ii) what other aspects of language development support the acquisition of these central words' meanings, and (iii) how children learn to "meld" minds with others in order to understand the interplay between what people say and what they want to achieve in a social interaction.
Under the supervision of Dr. Dudley, the laboratory coordinator will work with graduate and undergraduate researchers to assist in all aspects of running the lab and conducting research. Responsibilities include recruiting and scheduling child and adult study participants; communicating with partner sites; coordinating outreach to community members; maintaining corpus data; conducting behavioral studies with children and adults and managing experimental data. In addition, the lab coordinator will train undergraduate research assistants, assist with data coding and analysis, and assist with literature review and writing. The laboratory coordinator will also organize and attend weekly lab meetings and is encouraged to attend other scientific talks and be a member of the intellectual community at UCSD. The position will involve working closely with the PI and will present the opportunity to build skills in designing experiments and analyzing, presenting, and publishing data. We hope that this position will prepare someone well for graduate studies.
Application components: an up-to-date CV and cover letter describing relevant qualifications and interest in the position. Additional information about the position is included below and the application form can be found at this link: https://employment.ucsd.edu/laboratory-coordinator-140577/job/9B1FDD53E53329E06513DE3B01E90D02. The deadline to apply is August 6, 2026. The anticipated start date is during Summer 2026 and our goal is to move quickly with this position, so we anticipate interviewing candidates shortly after this deadline.
Please feel free to circulate this announcement widely. Questions may be directed to radudley@ucsd.edu.
July 28, 2026
The Brain, Emotion, and Attention Development (BEAD) Lab at the University of Southern California is recruiting a full-time Research Assistant to contribute to ongoing and upcoming studies investigating the behavioral and neural correlates of self-regulation and attentional processes. The studies broadly examine how early risk factors, such as temperament and early contextual factors (e.g., perinatal exposures, SES, and parenting), shape social and emotional development (e.g., emotion regulation, internalizing and externalizing problems).
This position is part of a highly collaborative lab environment, supported by grants from the Gates Foundation, NIH, and NSF. To learn more about our ongoing projects and team, please visit our lab website: https://dornsife.usc.edu/bead/studies/.
The position will begin in August 2026 and continue through Summer 2027, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance and grant funding.
To view the full job description or submit an application, please visit: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/research-lab-technician-ii/1209/98375969776.
July 28, 2026
The Development of Intergroup Social Cognition Lab at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, directed by Dr. Ashley Jordan, is hiring a part time or full-time lab manager (research specialist) with a flexible Fall 2026 start date. The DISC Lab investigates how children think about social relationships and social group membership, with an emphasis on gender diversity.
This position will entail the following: contributing to the development of research studies; recruiting, conducting, and managing ongoing research projects; establishing, maintaining , and revising (as needed) lab policies, procedures, and logistics; coordinate with undergraduate research assistants; working with children, adults, and community partners to further research objectives; contributing to the development of research output; engaging with the broader psychology community at UW-Madison.
Job Responsibilities
Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders
Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences
Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials
Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers
Performs literature reviews and writes reports
Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results
Required Qualifications:
Minimum 1 year of experience conducting psychological or closely related research
Experience working with youth, parents, and staff from various backgrounds
Demonstrated verbal and written communication and public relation skills
Experience exhibiting strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience programming experiments using study design software (e.g., Qualtrics; PsychoPy) and/or using statistical software (e.g., R)
Experience effectively recruiting and working with members of communities who are marginalized or underrepresented in academic psychology (e.g., communities of color; LGBTQ+ communities)
Experience presenting research at undergraduate or professional meetings
The expected salary range for this position is $45,879 - $65,608 at 100% FTE. Actual pay within this range will depend on experience and qualifications, and FTE.
Application :
To view the full job posting and to apply, please visit:
https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Madison/job/Madison-WI/Research-Specialist_JR10013199
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran, as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
July 20, 2026
I am recruiting a full-time Research Project Coordinator at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine located in downtown Chicago.
This position will support two NIH-funded grants focused on the development and dissemination of the NIH Baby Toolbox. Responsibilities include testing infant and toddler participants, conducting interviews with parents and researchers, assisting with the implementation of new research protocols, supporting the logistics and materials for training workshops, providing assistance to workshop attendees, and helping develop content for an online training platform. Opportunities for co-authorship on scientific publications and conference presentations are available. Applicants should have an interest in working with young children, collaborating as part of a research team, and be willing to work in person at least three days per week in downtown Chicago.
For more information and to apply, visit: https://careers.northwestern.edu/psc/hrnu_er/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=54105&PostingSeq=1
Please pass this along to anyone interested. Thank you!
Direct any questions to Zutima Tuladhar: zutima.tuladhar@northwestern.edu
July 15, 2026
The Lung Screening, Tobacco, and Health Lab at Georgetown University/Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center in Washington DC is hiring one full-time paid staff position, Tobacco Treatment Specialist / Behavioral Science Research Assistant, starting August/September of 2026. This role, supervised by Dr. Randi Williams and Dr. Kathryn Taylor, will work on NIH-funded behavioral medicine research concerning tobacco treatment interventions among people at high risk for lung cancer or who have been diagnosed with cancer. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates to further their research and clinical experience before applying to graduate or medical school.
A complete job description can be found on Handshake. To apply, interested candidates should use this online interest form (PDFs of cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript are required).
July 9, 2026
The Infant Learning and Development Lab at the University of Chicago (https://woodwardlab.uchicago.edu) is looking to fill the role of Lab Manager starting this summer. This role involves oversight of day-to-day lab operations, outreach to families, recruitment and supervision of undergraduate RAs, and the opportunity to be involved, at many levels, in our ongoing research. Our lab tests infants and children in the laboratory and also on-line, in synchronous and asynchronous paradigms, and much of our current work involves the continued development of those methodologies. The Lab Manager works closely with the PI, postdocs, and doctoral students in the lab.
We study social cognition and social learning in infants and young children. Current projects investigate the origins of social categories and social bias, infants' understanding of moral and conventional behavior, and the ways in which infants' experiences in social environments (families, neighborhoods) relates to their social cognitive development.
Applications can be submitted through the official listing here: https://uchicago.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/details/Lab-Manager_JR34362. They will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
July 8, 2026
I am writing to share a full-time Lab Manager/Lab Technician opening in the Brain Recording & Cognitive Science Lab at Colgate University.
The position will support research using EEG, tDCS, eye tracking, AR/VR, and psychophysics. Research topics include perception, attention, and spoken and signed language. This would be an excellent opportunity for someone interested in graduate school in psychology or neuroscience.
The position is based in Hamilton, NY, and the listed pay range is $26–28/hour. More information and application link here.
July 1, 2026
The RESTORE: Research on Emotion, Substance Use Treatment Outcomes, Rehabilitation, and Empowerment Laboratory at the University of Houston's Psychology Department is currently looking for a motivated and committed full-time, in-person research coordinator to support the coordination and implementation of clinical research focused on health disparities, chronic disease, addiction, and behavioral health.
Position Requirements Include:
Two-year commitment
At least 1 year of experience
Bachelor's or Master’s Degree
Familiarity working with human subjects and with experimental research
Provides expertise in support of physical or mental health research projects. Typically works out of a clinic or other health care facility and may travel to homes, schools or residential facilities to collect data. Performs advanced testing procedures, data collection, and analysis. Typically works directly with human subjects. Ensures experiments are performed according to specifications. May make recommendations to changes in procedure, processes, or experimental design. May prepare and/or edit research papers, grant proposals and reports.
Strong writing, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and collaborative research environment. This position is particularly well suited for individuals interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Health Psychology, or a related field.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
Leading participant recruitment and community outreach efforts
Coordinating study activities and data collection across multiple ongoing projects
Supervising and mentoring undergraduate research assistants
Supporting the successful execution of grant-funded studies in collaboration with investigators, research staff, and community partners
Receives direct supervision but is expected to learn how to select from a variety of standard procedures to complete tasks
If you are interested, please apply here!
Full link url: https://careers.uh.edu/jobs/clinical-researcher-1-houston-texas-united-states
June 26, 2026
Two positions are open for full-time research assistants to work with Dr. Courtney Filippi. Dr.
Filippi’s research examines early life neural correlates of anxiety risk. To do so, our lab uses both
magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and electroencephalography (EEG). Our work prioritizes
neural systems associated with infant attention and behavioral control. Ongoing projects
investigate how factors that are intrinsic to the individual (e.g., temperament, brain measures)
and early experiences (e.g., parent-child interactions) interactively shape risk for anxiety.
This position is ideal for a postbac interested in getting hands-on training in infancy research
methods and/or learning about the use of neuroscientific methods with infants and toddlers.
Research assistants will be involved in recruitment and retention, scheduling visits, collecting
behavioral, functional MRI, and EEG data, supervision of undergraduates, and will receive
training in EEG and MRI data quality control.
Required education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Human Development,
or Cognitive or Affective Neuroscience, or related field.
Flexible schedule on evenings and weekends is required. The positions require excellent
attention to detail, organizational skills, and strong interpersonal skills. Prior experience working
with children in a research context and experience with EEG are preferred. The position is
available beginning Fall 2026 and requires a two-year commitment.
Interested individuals should fill out this form and upload their CV. Questions should be directed
to Dr. Courtney Filippi, Courtney.filippi@nyulangone.org. Applicants attending the ICIS or
FIT’NG Conferences in July are encouraged to reach out ahead of these conferences.
June 25, 2026
We are seeking to add an additional BILINGUAL Clinical Research Coordinator to our study team for the PREDiCTOR study. Below is a description that can be shared with this LISTSERV.
Description:
We're hiring a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) for the groundbreaking, PREDiCTOR Study at Mount Sinai! This NIH-funded research is using AI and rich behavioral data (from smartphones and clinical interviews) to create objective measures for psychiatric disorders in young people. This is your chance to be on the cutting edge of computational psychiatry! We encourage BILINGUAL (English/Spanish) speakers to submit their application materials. The Clinical Research Coordinator is an entry human subjects researcher, responsible for conducting and assisting in clinical research studies under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or senior clinical research staff. This individual obtains informed consent, collects, maintains and organizes study information. Assists in the preparation and submission of grant applications and documents (e.g., Institutional Review Board, Grants and Contracts Office).
Responsibilities:
Conducts routine and standardized human subjects research using appropriate research or interview techniques specific to subject matter of the research project, under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator or senior clinical research staff.
Assists in the activities related to clinical research including, but not limited to: obtaining informed consent, screening participants for eligibility, registering patients with sponsoring agencies, administering questionnaires and answering telephone calls.
Assists in the collection, analysis and review of experimental data for publication and presentation.
Maintains source documents and subject files in accordance with Mount Sinai policies and procedures. Ensures accurate, confidential and complete compilation of data.
May secure and ship clinical specimens as required by the protocol.
May assist in the preparation for regulatory agency site visits.
Performs other related duties
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in science or related field preferred or a combination of relevant research experience and education
0-2 years of research/human subjects experience
Bi-lingual - Spanish
Apply Here: https://careers.mountsinai.org/jobs/3039287?lang=en-us. Please reach out to predictor@mssm.edu with any questions.
June 15, 2026
The Early NeuroCognitive Development (ENCoDe) Team is seeking a full-time temporary laboratory assistant (Team Manager). The ENCoDe Team is conducting research on the development of functional and structural neural changes involved in face processing and other perceptual and cognitive domains (e.g., attention, language). Most of the projects will involve infant participants and their families, but there will be opportunities to conduct research with young adults.
This is a full-time temporary position for one year from the date of hire with the possibility of renewal contingent on performance and funding each 12 months. Flexible start-date before July 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
For a full job description and to apply, please visit
https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=201416
Send all inquiries to sconte@binghamton.edu
June 15, 2026
Research Assistant, University of Maryland, College Park. To start Summer/early Fall 2026. Multiple positions are open for full-time research assistants to work on the Healthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) study at the University of Maryland. The HBCD study is recruiting women during pregnancy and following their infants through the first five years of their lives. https://heal.nih.gov/research/infants-and-children/healthy-brain This project aims to conduct multi-modal brain imaging (MRI, EEG) and neurobehavioral assessment across the first years of life, as well as examine the impact of early adversity on children. The work will be supervised by Dr. Nathan Fox, Dr. Brenda Jones Harden, and Dr. Tracy Riggins.
Research assistants working on this project will be involved in participant recruitment and retention, scheduling visits, behavioral assessments and collecting EEG data. Training will be provided in EEG acquisition and processing. The position will also involve working with undergraduate research assistants. Flexible schedule on evenings and weekends is required, as is willingness to conduct participant home visits. A car is not necessary but preferred.
Required education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Development, or Cognitive or Affective Neuroscience. The position requires excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills. Prior experience working with infants and/or young children and their parents, including those who have experienced adversity, in a research context is preferred. Spanish language proficiency preferred. The job is available beginning Summer/early Fall 2026 and requires a two-year commitment. Interested individuals should send a cover letter, CV and the names and email addresses of two references to Nathan Fox (fox@umd.edu), Brenda Jones Harden (bjharden@umd.edu) and Jamie Listokin (listokin@umd.edu).
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. UMD is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected status in all aspects of employment. UMD is actively engaged in recruiting, hiring, and promoting underrepresented communities; minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
June 12, 2026
The Early NeuroCognitive Development (ENCoDe) Team is seeking a full-time temporary laboratory assistant (Team Manager). The ENCoDe Team is conducting research on the development of functional and structural neural changes involved in face processing and other perceptual and cognitive domains (e.g., attention, language). Most of the projects will involve infant participants and their families, but there will be opportunities to conduct research with young adults.
This is a full-time temporary position for one year from the date of hire with the possibility of renewal contingent on performance and funding each 12 months. Flexible start-date before July 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
For a full job description and to apply, please visit
https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=201416
Send all inquiries to sconte@binghamton.edu
June 11 , 2026
**Note: This might be for a more advanced researcher than an undergraduate straight out of college. It is not clear.
foundry10 is looking to hire a Senior Research Operations Manager to manage and support PhD-level researchers across disciplines such as psychology, economics, cognitive science, and machine learning, and to work closely with the Research Director to drive team operations and long-term planning.
We're looking for someone with proven experience managing researchers in complex environments, building effective systems, and leading applied research operations. If you're passionate about guiding researchers to their fullest potential and creating the conditions for meaningful work to happen, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply by June 14, 2026. Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/SyQ550Z90o3
June 11, 2026
We are recruiting a clinical research coordinator to work with us at the Shriver Center at UMass Chan Medical School! Please share with your colleagues and trainees. We are particularly motivated to recruit a candidate who is bilingual in English/Spanish.
Job posting is here:
https://www.ummsjobs.com/job/11539/
The Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center is dedicated to understanding and improving the challenges faced by individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), including autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or behavioral health disorders and to supporting their families. The Shriver Center’s comprehensive experience and expertise have established it as an international leader, devoted to supporting the full participation of people with disabilities in community life through:
Conducting research
Delivering unique and innovative educational programs
Developing leaders who will shape future research, training, and services in the disability field
Offering programs and services that are inclusive, person- and family-centered, culturally competent, evidence-based, and responsive to community needs; and
Partnering with local and national agencies and organizations.
Dr. Sarabeth Broder-Fingert is Executive Director of the Shriver Center. As the director of the LEAD Lab, Dr. Broder-Fingert studies innovations in early autism diagnosis and treatment. Recent/current studies include novel treatments for very young children with high likelihood for autism, health equity initiatives in improving access to services, and studies assessing novel technology for use in autism diagnosis. The CRC-II will work on multiple projects within the LEAD Lab, under the direction of Dr. Sarabeth Broder-Fingert and in collaboration with other faculty within the Shriver Center (e.g., Drs. Marisa Petruccelli, Kyle Frost).
June 5, 2026
The Orpella Lab in the Department of Neuroscience at Georgetown University is hiring a Lab Manager for a full time position. The Orpella Lab aims to further our understanding of speech production, auditory perception, and language learning through cognitive neuroscience methods and techniques (e.g., magnetoencephalography, magnetic resonance imaging, transcranial magnetic stimulation, psychophysics, and machine learning).
The Lab Manager will provide administrative and research support for the Private Investigator (PI; Joan Orpella) and his lab. This position will be in-person at Georgetown University's Medical Campus. The preferred start date is July 6th, but may be flexible.
We encourage you to apply!
Title: Lab Manager - Medical Center
Position ID: JR26095
June 5, 2026
*Note, this appears to be a position at U Penn in Philadelphia.
I am writing to ask if you would be willing to share the current Research Coordinator (RC) position available in our lab with your recent graduates. You can find the details of the position at this link: https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Annenberg-School-for-Communication/Research-Coordinator_JR00117550
June 4, 2026
We are hiring one and likely two positions to work on our NIH-funded grant. For full consideration, applications are best submitted by June 11.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Cognition, Affect, and Temperament Laboratory, in the College of the Liberal Arts at the Pennsylvania State University, headed by Dr. Koraly Pérez-Edgar, is seeking a full-time Human Research Technologist.
The Human Research Technologist will have the opportunity to work on a NIMH-funded study, investigating the association between parent-child synchrony and emotion modeling on anxiety risk in children. In doing so, the lab incorporates a number of techniques, including fNIRS, mobile eye-tracking, direct behavioral observation, and questionnaires.
This work will take advantage of the University’s broad resources, including the Child Study Center and the Social, Life, and Engineering Sciences and Imaging (SLEIC) Center.
This is a two-site study in collaboration with Dr. Susan Perlman at Washington University in St. Louis. As such, study personnel at Penn State will have virtual cross-site training opportunities.
Important Note: This position requires a flexible schedule to include working some evenings and weekends, primarily to accommodate the availability of participating families.
Recruiting, scheduling appointments, and maintaining contact with children and their families (virtually or in-person)
Work with participants and their families to complete consent forms and collect in-person data
Collecting, processing, and analyzing behavioral, neural, and/or eye-tracking data
Handling the day-to-day activities in the lab, such as coordinating with the Institutional Review Board
Disseminating data using a national data archive
Coordinating with a large and dynamic team of researchers
Work with undergraduate students who conduct research or assist in preparation of data; may assist in the interviewing, training, and scheduling of these students
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Associate Degree No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education. Required Certifications: None
Preferred Qualifications (one or more):
A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field
Experience in a lab that conducts behavioral coding, neuroimaging, or eye-tracking studies
Research experience with children
Applicants must upload a cover letter of interest, highlighting relevant skills, and a CV/resume.
Questions regarding the position may be addressed to Dr. Pérez-Edgar at kxp24@psu.edu.
June 3, 2026
Dr. Jessica Klusek and the SC Family Study are seeing a full-time Research Specialist to assist with a longitudinal NIH-funded study examining:
Aging and neurodegenerative disease risk in women who carry a fragile X gene mutation
Neurodevelopmental disabilities, including fragile X syndrome, intellectual disability, & autism
Family adaptation, caregiving, and health across the lifespan
Specialists will gain hands on experience with: Human subjects research ; Clinical and behavioral assessment ; Participant recruitment and interviewing ; Data management and analysis ; Dissemination of research findings
Ideal candidates: This position is ideal for individuals interested in gaining research and/or clinical experience relevant to the fields of psychology, speech-language pathology, neuroscience, medicine, genetic counseling, occupational therapy, public health, and related fields.
This is a full time, two-year position with full benefits, with the option to extend beyond the initial appointment.
Timeframe: Applications will be accepted a rolling basis until the position is filled.
How to Apply: Apply at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/206765 (Posting # RTF00116PO26)
Questions? Please contact Dr. Klusek at Klusek@mailbox.sc.edu. mailto:KLUSEK@sc.edu