Lab coordinator position: University of Michigan

[Alexandra Rosati]

Dr. Alexandra Rosati and the Cognitive Evolution Group at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is accepting applications for a full-time research technician to coordinate and conduct research on cognition and behavior in primates and humans. This position provides extensive research experience and is ideal for recent college graduates who are considering attending graduate school in the future.

Overview of responsibilities

• Assisting in primate cognitive experiments and/or behavioral observations
• Assisting with on-campus human research subject recruitment, scheduling, and testing
  
• Supervising/training new lab members, including undergraduate assistants in research
• Administrative assistance related to Cognitive Evolution Group research, including managing research ethics protocols

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or Associate's degree
• 1 year of research experience
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Some experience conducting behavioral research with primates or other animals

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Anthropology, Biology, or a related field
• Experience with animal cognition research and/or observational research
• Experience in field conditions, familiarity with statistical software, and/or video coding system
• Language experience with French and/or Spanish is a plus

Timeline

• Start date: Anticipated start date is August 2023
  
• Review timeline: We will begin rolling review of applications on April 14
  
• Position duration: This position is term-limited to one year and can be renewed for a second year. Candidates able to make a two-year commitment are preferred
• Questions: get in touch with Dr. Alexandra Rosati

How to Apply

For more information about the position please access the online application portal. This entails uploading you CV and a cover letter specifying your research experience, interests, and career goals. In addition, please arrange to have two letters of recommendation sent to Dr. Alexandra Rosati at ros...@umich.edu.

For more information on our work, visit: https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/cognitive-evolution/