Research Specialist III

Research Specialist III Tulane University - 4.0 New Orleans, LA Job Details Full-time 22 hours ago Qualifications Organizing events Student supervision Research project management MATLAB Electrophysiology monitoring Web-based survey tools Organizing community events Neuroscience Software coding R Mid-level EEG monitoring 3 years Qualtrics Analysis skills Project management Working with children Bachelor's degree Working with undergraduate students Data management Team management Scientific protocols Working with students Digital survey tools Collaboration with community partners Organizational skills Working with families Patient recruitment Research assistant mentoring Laboratory staff supervision Full Job Description The Social Experiences and Emotional Development (SEED) Lab, directed by Dr. Selin Zeytinoglu, is seeking a Laboratory Research Specialist who will contribute to multiple aspects of research projects examining how familial and child-level factors contribute to children's socioemotional development. Specifically, this role will oversee the day-to-day activities of a research project examining the social and neural pathways linking parental anxiety with children's daily emotions. The Laboratory Research Specialist will work as part of a team comprising graduate students and undergraduate research assistants and will coordinate the lab's daily operations. Major responsibilities will include working with the lab director to (a) recruit participants by establishing partnerships with local communities and organizing recruitment events; (b) collect and process electrophysiological (e.g., EEG, ECG), behavioral, and questionnaire and smart-phone Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) data; (c) supervise undergraduate research assistants; and (d) help develop lab and project protocols and manage IRB protocols, along with other administrative duties. The position requires excellent communication and organizational skills, a high degree of independence, meticulous attention to detail, and a demonstrated interest in developmental psychology. The ideal start date for this position is summer 2026. This job requires a two-year commitment.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

: Bachelor's degree and three years of directly related experience Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with children and families in a research setting. Experience with behavioral and/or electrophysiological (EEG, ECG) data collection. Experience with data collection (e.g., RedCap , Qualtrics, E-prime) and/or data management software (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB) Experience with behavioral data coding using software such as Datavyu . Basic or advanced programming skills (e.g., R, MATLAB, Python). Ability to work well as part of a fast-moving team. Experience and a demonstrated interest in developmental science and/or neuroscience research Excellent interpersonal communication skills: ability to communicate effectively with lab members, research participants, and community partners. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to pay rigorous attention to detail Ability to work independently and with other lab members Strong time management skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple assignments Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends Commitment to confidentiality, data security, and ethical research practices Desire to acquire new skills and competencies in a dynamic research atmosphere. Proficiency in computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and analysis software (e.g., MATLAB, Python, R). Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at .