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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.