Lingo Lab Research Assistant I

Lingo Lab Research Assistant I East Lansing, Michigan, United States Communicative Sciences Disorders Cas Area of Interest: PR/Media/Graphics/Comm/Fund Raising Area of Interest: Research/Scientific Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%) Group: Administrative Professionals- AP Union/Non-Union: Union

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Lingo Lab Research AssistantPosition Summary

The Lingo Lab in the Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders at Michigan State University (directed by Courtney E. Venker, Ph.D., CCC-SLP) is seeking a full-time Research Assistant. The goal of the Lingo Lab is to understand how autistic children and children with Down syndrome learn language and how best to support language development in children who struggle. The successful candidate will have frequent interactions with a wonderful group of curious, committed, and supportive people. This position is ideal for a candidate who would like to gain experience in a research environment. This is a 1-year position with the possibility of renewal.

The Research Assistant will play an integral role in NIH-funded research designed to understand how linguistic simplification affects language processing and word learning in autistic children and children with Down syndrome. The Research Assistant will:

Coordinate day-to-day lab operations

Manage budget and purchase requests

Hire, train, and supervise undergraduate Research Assistants

Assist with data collection and data entry (including NIH repositories)

Recruit participants and schedule research visits

Develop and maintain study protocols

Communicate with the Institutional Review Board

Oversee eye-gaze coding and transcription

Maintain lab website and newsletter

Help promote a lab culture of inclusion and respectMinimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders/Speech and Hearing Sciences, Psychology, or a related field

One to Three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in standard laboratory procedures and safety requirements.

Or and equivalent combination of education and experience.

Familiarity with Microsoft programs (e.g., Word, Excel).Desired Qualifications

Prior research experience

Experience working with children and families

Outstanding oral and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Impeccable attention to detail

Ability to work independently and seek consultation when needed

Dependability, trustworthiness, and cultural humility

Curiosity about research and evidence-based practiceEqual Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required Application Materials

Applicants should include:

1) a letter of interest

2) a resume or curriculum vitae

3) contact information for three references.Special Instructions

Direct questions to Lingo Lab: with "Lab Assistant Position" in the subject line.Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5Description of End Date

This is an off-dated position funded for one year from the date of hire with possible extension contingent on funding renewal.Website

Bidding Eligibility ends May 13, 2025 at 11:55 PM

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