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Position Number: 1816663
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Lab Coordinator

Job Opening ID: 183904
Work Location: Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Organizational Group: College Of Lsa
Department: LSA Psychology
Posting Begin/End Date: 1/31/2020 3/30/2020
Salary: $27,000.00 $30,000.00
Paid Time Off:
Career Interest:

How to Apply
In order to be considered for this position, please submit a CV and cover letter specifying your research experience, interests, and career goals. When applying for this position, please submit your CV and cover letter in our preferred format as one combined document. In addition, please arrange to have two letters of recommendation sent to Dr. Alexandra Rosati at rosati@umich.edu.

Job Summary
The Cognitive Evolution Group directed by Dr. Alexandra Rosati is anticipating hiring a full-time Research Technician to coordinate and conduct research on cognition in primates and humans. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: overseeing data collection and coding of nonhuman primate behavioral research at several field sites, human subject recruitment and scheduling on site, using advanced video coding technology, managing animal and human subject ethics protocols, supervising undergraduate Assistants in Research, and active participation in research. This position provides extensive research experience and is ideal for recent college graduates planning to attend graduate school in the future. For more information on Dr. Rosati's research interests and research sites, please visit: https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/cognitive-evolution/

Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Responsibilities*

Assisting in nonhuman-primate research and data collection
Working as an assistant according to established research protocols with students, postdoctoral researchers, or the PI at several national and international primate field sites
Assisting with on-campus human research subject recruitment, scheduling, and testing according to established lab protocols, or as an assistant to graduate students and postdocs
Using video coding technology according to established lab protocols to score nonhuman-primate behavioral research
Administratively managing animal and human subjects research ethics protocols (IACUC and IRB) by adding new researchers/students to approved protocols
Following up with new researchers on required vaccinations
Updating relevant research ethics protocols
Supervising/Training new lab members, including undergraduate Assistants in Research, on research and coding protocols in the lab
Basic administrative assistance related to Cognitive Evolution Group research

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 at working in field conditions
Familiarity with statistical software
Knowledge of video coding systems
Language experience with French and/or Spanish

Additional Information

This position is term-limited to one year and is expected to be renewed for a second year
Candidates able to make a two-year commitment are preferred
Anticipated start date is May or June 2020

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitments to serve the diverse people of Michigan, fulfill the College's Guiding Principles, and sustain the excellence of LSA.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion visit http://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/about/diversity--equity-and-inclusion.html

To learn more about LSA's Guiding Principles visit http://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/faculty-staff/human-resources/lsa-staff-guiding-principles.html

Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

To apply, visit https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/183904/lab_coordinator