New Jersey Institute of Technology
Research Assistant - Visual Perception Lab
New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07102
Title:Research Assistant - Visual Perception Lab
Department:Humanities & Social Sciences
Reports To:Assistant Professor, Humanities & Social Sciences
Position Type:Staff
Position Summary:TheVisual Perception Laboratory is recruiting a part time Research Assistant tojoin the lab. The lab uses an experimental-computational framework,involving computational modeling, behavioral psychophysics, andeye-tracking to determine how the human visual system integrates sensory informationto make perceptual judgments while accounting for uncertainty and statisticalvariability.
Essential Functions:The Research Assistant will assist the PI in researchactivities such as programming and performing psychophysical experiments, operatingeye-tracking equipment, testing models, carrying out data analysis, andcontributing to journal publications, conference submissions, and grantapplications. Other lab responsibilities include managing participant pools,participant recruitment and scheduling, training and supervising undergraduateresearch assistants, managing IRB protocols or other lab-related administrativeduties.
Prerequisite Qualifications:-
BA/BS ina scientific discipline -- Previousresearch experience in vision science, psychology, computer science,neuroscience, or related fields.- Abilityto work independently, strong work ethic, strong organizational skills,exceptional written and verbal communication skills.- At theuniversity's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may beexempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of theuniversity, an equivalent combination of education and experiencespecifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
FLSA:Non-ExemptPart-Time
Special Instructions toApplicants:Interested candidates should submit (a) a cover letter outlining their background and interests, (b) a CV or resume, and (3) a list of three references with the contact information for each referee.Apply Now
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Department:Humanities & Social Sciences
Reports To:Assistant Professor, Humanities & Social Sciences
Position Type:Staff
Position Summary:TheVisual Perception Laboratory is recruiting a part time Research Assistant tojoin the lab. The lab uses an experimental-computational framework,involving computational modeling, behavioral psychophysics, andeye-tracking to determine how the human visual system integrates sensory informationto make perceptual judgments while accounting for uncertainty and statisticalvariability.
Essential Functions:The Research Assistant will assist the PI in researchactivities such as programming and performing psychophysical experiments, operatingeye-tracking equipment, testing models, carrying out data analysis, andcontributing to journal publications, conference submissions, and grantapplications. Other lab responsibilities include managing participant pools,participant recruitment and scheduling, training and supervising undergraduateresearch assistants, managing IRB protocols or other lab-related administrativeduties.
Prerequisite Qualifications:-
BA/BS ina scientific discipline -- Previousresearch experience in vision science, psychology, computer science,neuroscience, or related fields.- Abilityto work independently, strong work ethic, strong organizational skills,exceptional written and verbal communication skills.- At theuniversity's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may beexempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of theuniversity, an equivalent combination of education and experiencespecifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
FLSA:Non-ExemptPart-Time
Special Instructions toApplicants:Interested candidates should submit (a) a cover letter outlining their background and interests, (b) a CV or resume, and (3) a list of three references with the contact information for each referee.Apply Now
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