Research Specialist, Psychology

Emory University

Research Specialist in Emory's LUMeN Lab examining motivation's influence on learning and memory. Performing lab tests, maintaining data, and supporting research studies.

Posted 4/13/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules
Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator
May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as sterilization and cleaning of equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation
Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases
Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations
Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
Previous research experience
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are required
Interest and/or experience in cognitive neuroscience research, particularly in developmental populations (children, adolescents)
Computational, statistical, and technical skills (e.g. fluency with R, Matlab, and/or Python)
Experience collecting and/or analyzing neuroimaging data
Experience working with Qualtrics, RedCap, and or other survey distribution tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Emory is an equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities

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Hard Skills & Tools

researchlaboratory testsdata compilationdata analysisneuroimaging data analysisRMatlabPythonstatistical skillstechnical skills

Soft Skills

organizational skillsinterpersonal skillscommunication skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field