Research assistant position: ASD Development Lab at the Center for Autism and the Developing Brain

Research assistant position: ASD Development Lab at the Center for Autism and the Developing Brain 

 

The ASD Development Lab (PI: So Hyun “Sophy” Kim, Ph.D.) at the Center for Autism and the Developing Brain at Weill Cornell Medicine is currently seeking full-time research assistants to work on research studies on children and adults with autism spectrum disorders including an ongoing studies funded by NIMH and Simon’s Foundation (PI : Sophy Kim). The RA's primary responsibilities include behavioral coding, subject recruitment, testing participants with standardized assessments as well as play based assessments, managing and analyzing datasets, preparing and maintaining IRB protocols.RA will be working with individuals with autism with varying levels of language and cognitive abilities. The expected start date for the position is January 2019. See below for more details. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who would like to gain research experience prior to attending graduate school.  

 

Application review will take place on a rolling basis until theposition is filled. Interested applicants should send a CV, names and contact information for 2 references, and a cover letter describing relevant experience, interests, and long-term goals to Sophy Kim (sok2015@med.cornell.edu).

 

Position Activities:

·         Codes videos of parent child interactions using newly developed treatment outcome measures 

·         Recruits subjects for research studies based on study recruitment criteria.

·         Maintains paper and electronic research and clinical records in accordance with Medical College policies and procedures.

·         Organizes, schedules, and conducts clinical research assessments using specialized interviews and psychological assessment measures.

·         Conducts literature searches and provides manuscript preparation support.

·         Assists with preparation of grant proposals and IRB applications and amendments.

·         Collects and updates data sets including test scores, demographics, and training records. 

·         Enters data into databases.

·         Carries out and prepares written reports of simple statistical analyses.

·         Prepares PowerPoint presentations.

·         Run ERP/EEG sessions with young children.

·         Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

·         Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field and related experience.

·         Transportation required for local travel.

 

·         Experience with autism or with children and families with developmental disabilities or mental health issues preferred.

·         Ability to speak Spanish.

 

·         Superior interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

·         Familiarity with software including EPrime, R, SPSS, MS Word, Access, and PowerPoint. SAS, Stat, Medline, PsychInfo, and other library resources a plus.

·         Must be able to coordinate a large data set with accuracy and provide timely dissemination of information arising from it.

 

Note: No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Weill Cornell Medical College is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EOE/M/F/Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

 

 

Contact: Please send cover letters and resumes to Sophy Kim sok2015@med.cornell.edu.