Virginia Tech · 1 day ago
Research Assistants
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelVirginia Tech is a leading global research institution dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. They are seeking two full-time Research Assistants for the HEALthy Brain and Child Development Study, responsible for supporting research activities and data collection in a lab environment.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for the day-to-day functioning of all HBCD research activities and lab-related activities
Work as a team with current HBCD staff in data collection (EEG, behavioral observations, cognitive battery)
Qualification
Required
Previous research experience in a lab focused on infant and child participants
Willingness to participate in data collection on weekends and evenings as necessary
Effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work independently as well as with a group
Detail oriented
Demonstrated ability to interact respectfully and comfortably with all individuals in a diverse, multicultural environment, exercising a high degree of confidentiality
Ability to manage multiple tasks and exceptional time-management skills
Ability to resolve issues in a timely manner and ensure smooth data collection appointments
Have transportation available to travel between CAP Lab in Blacksburg and our satellite lab at the Roanoke Higher Education Center in Roanoke (42 miles away)
Preferred
BS/BA in Psychology, Human Development, or related field
Experience with mother and/or child behavioral coding
Experience with EEG data collection
Company
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is a public research university that offers a range of academic programs and conducts research across various fields.
Founded in 1872
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$24.09MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationNational Institute of Food and AgricultureAppalachian Regional Commission
2025-01-16Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.59M
2024-02-15Grant· $0.45M
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