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<b>Lab Manager/Data Analyst Position</b>, Department of Psychology,
University of Maryland, College Park<br>
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Dr. Edward Bernat and the Clinical and Cognitive Neuroscience Lab (<a
class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.ccnlab.umd.edu">http://www.ccnlab.umd.edu</a>)
in the Department of Psychology at the University of Maryland,
College Park, are seeking a motivated individual to become a
full-time lab manager and data analyst, beginning as soon as January
15th, 2017. Applications will be accepted until the position is
filled. The position is funded by several federal grants.<br>
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Broadly, the focus of work in the CCNLab is on brain network
activity underlying core cognitive and affective processes, and how
these relate to psychopathology. Projects include investigation of
brain networks related to externalizing behaviors (substance use,
aggression, and impulsivity) and internalizing (fear, anxiety, and
depression). We have a strong focus on addiction and substance use,
with one of the funded projects focused on brain processes involved
in nicotine consumption, including cigarette and little cigar
smoking, e-cigarette vaping, and use of smokeless tobacco products.
Other projects focus on etiology and treatment response relative to
externalizing and internalizing psychopathologies. <br>
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The primary measurement modality is EEG/ERP, and we have recently
added a simultaneous EEG/fMRI system. We also use a variety of
peripheral physiological measures, including electromyogram (EMG),
electrocardiogram (ECG), and skin conductance response (SCR). The
lab specializes in several advanced signal processing techniques
focused on time-frequency analysis. Desirable, but not required,
are experience in cognitive neuroscience methods, EEG neuroimaging
approaches and related data analysis platforms. Computational
programming skills and interests are similarly desirable (e.g.
Matlab, Python, R, etc.). The position offers excellent
opportunities to train in advanced aspects of EEG neuroimaging data
analysis, including time-frequency energy and phase-synchrony
approaches and bivariate and multivariate functional connectivity
approaches (e.g. graph-theoretic/network techniques).<br>
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<b>Primary responsibilities</b> will include: (1) EEG and EEG/fMRI
data collection, (2) analysis of EEG and MRI data, (3) participant
recruitment, (4) recruitment and supervision of undergraduate
research assistants. Extensive training is provided in each of
these domains; skills and strong motivation to engage learning each
of these responsibilities are highly desirable. <br>
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<b>Required Qualifications</b>: A bachelor’s degree in a related
scientific field (e.g. psychology, biology, other behavioral
sciences, neuroscience), strong academic record, good organizational
skills, research experience in a laboratory setting, and strong
interests in EEG/ERP neuroimaging research. <br>
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<b>Preferred Qualifications:</b> Experience with EEG data collection
and/or ERP data analysis, experience with computer programming and
statistical software, including but not limited to Matlab, R, SPSS,
E-prime, and a strong motivation for future graduate study.<br>
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A 1-year minimum commitment is required, with the possibility of
renewal based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds
to support the position. An optimal benefit to the candidate and
lab generally occurs with a 2-3 year experience. Interested
individuals should email a cover letter describing qualifications,
background, and future goals, CV, and names and contact information
of 3 references to Dr. Edward Bernat at <a
class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:ebernat@umd.edu">ebernat@umd.edu</a>.
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The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a
policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate
against any employee or applicant because of race, age, gender,
color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion,
national origin, or political affiliation. Minorities and women are
encouraged to apply.<br>
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