Friday, May 1, 2015

Undergraduate Research Assistant Position – Summer 2015 Educational Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory




Who are we?
The Educational Cognitive Neuroscience Lab is currently seeking assistance from undergraduate researchers for the upcoming Summer 2015 semesters. The laboratory is located in the Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology, 3304 Benjamin Building. The Principal Investigator of the lab is Dr. Richard Prather. Additional information about the lab can be accessed at: http://pratherlab.org/

What do we do?
We investigate children’s neurocognitive development with a primary focus on mathematical cognition and related processes. Our current project utilizes both EEG and behavioral studies to examine these topics.

What will you be doing?
RA’s working in the lab will receive training and experience with EEG methodology. RA’S will also assist in the scheduling and recruitment of participants. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in graduate school, or those interested in gaining valuable hands-on research experience. Credit will be offered for RA involvement.

Requirements
Interested RA’s MUST have flexible weekday schedules and be able to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week. Undergraduate RA’s are required to have at minimum a 3.2 GPA within their major and at least an overall GPA of 2.8.

Interested?
If this sounds like an opportunity you would like to be involved in, please send your resume, summer weekday availability, and unofficial transcript to Sara Fitt at sfitt@umd.edu.

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