Research Assistant – Neurolex Post 1
University of Cambridge, Department of Experimental Psychology
Salary: £23,881 - £26,779 pa
Applications are invited for a Research Assistant to work as part of an
interdisciplinary team in the Neurolex group, led by Professor William
Marslen-Wilson. The successful applicant will support research into the
comprehension of spoken language, working cross-linguistically, and
primarily using neuro-imaging techniques. You will be expected to
contribute to the research programme by developing and selecting
experimental materials, preparing and running behavioural and
neuro-imaging (MEG+EEG, fMRI) experiments, analysing data from these
experiments, and recruiting and screening volunteers.
You should have a good first degree in Psychology or a related field
(such as Neuroscience, Computer Science or Statistics). A Masters degree
is desirable but not essential. You should have experience in both
designing and running psychology studies and analysing the resulting
data. A good working knowledge of computer statistics packages,
databases and spreadsheets, in particular Microsoft Excel and either
SPSS or R, is essential. In addition, knowledge of or experience in
computer programming, particularly Python or Matlab, signal processing,
or machine learning is highly desirable. A demonstrable knowledge or
experience of neuroimaging (MRI & MEG) and associated analysis methods
would also be beneficial.
You will be required to work methodically, be well organised with
attention to detail and have excellent interpersonal skills, including
the skills to treat volunteers with respect and discretion. The ability
to demonstrate effective multidisciplinary team working, working to
deadlines, and a strong interest in research are essential for a project
of this duration.
For further details, please see our website at
http://www.neurolex.psychol.cam.ac.uk/
Applications should be sent to Mrs M Dixon at
[log in to unmask] or by post to Mrs Marie Dixon, Centre for
Speech, Language and the Brain, Department of Experimental Psychology,
University of Cambridge, Downing Street, Cambridge, CB2 3EB.
Applications should include a full CV, a covering letter, and a CHRIS/6
cover sheet (see http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/hr/forms/chris6/)
including the names and contact details of two referees. Please ensure
your application is clearly marked with the correct vacancy number as
Neurolex is currently recruiting for several positions. The Vacancy
Number for this position is PJ00292.
Closing date: 18 June 2012
Start date: 1 September 2012
Limit of tenure: The funds for this post are available for one year.
The University values diversity and is committed to equality of
opportunity.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all
employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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