Research, Analyst
University of Chicago
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SSD Institute for Mind and Biology: Staff and Temporary Employees
About the Department
The Institute for Mind and Biology is comprised of twelve faculty Members from the Departments of Comparative Human Development and Psychology. In addition to their department appointments, Members contribute significantly to the University's interdisciplinary approach to Neuroscience and Committees on Computational Neuroscience, Evolutionary Biology, Integrative Neuroscience, and Neurobiology. Members also collaborate with other faculty at UChicago in the Biological Sciences Division and Division of the Social Sciences as well as colleagues from around the globe.
The Bainbridge Lab research focuses on the cognitive neuroscience of perception and memory, looking at how certain items are intrinsically more memorable than others, and how the brain is sensitive to this information. It also explores the visual content of memories, using drawings and functional MRI to decode memory content.
Job Summary
The Research Analyst provides basic technical support activities related to scientific research projects.
Responsibilities
- Data analysis and managing data collection files.
- Monitor compliance with institutional, state and federal regulatory policies and procedures, as necessary and appropriate.
- Providing general administrative support to and interact with laboratory staff and research assistants under the direction of the principal investigators.
- Installs, sets up and performs experiments.
- Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
- Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field.
Experience:
- Experience in a similar laboratory environment.
Technical Knowledge or Skills:
- Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
- Knowledge of research techniques or methods.
- Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of Matlab Psychophysics Toolbox.
Working Conditions
- Laboratory environment.
- Exposure to laboratory chemicals.
- Ability to sit for up to 2 hours.
- Ability to stand for up to 2 hours.
- Ability to use computers extensively for up to 2 hours.
Application Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
- References (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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