Junior Specialist, Woo Laboratory, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences
Position overview
Application Window
Open date: February 20, 2024
Most recent review date: Wednesday, Mar 20, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Monday, Sep 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Woo Lab at the University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for an open, full-time Junior Specialist position, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2024, or later. The lab (PI: Dr. Brandon Woo) is looking for a hardworking, motivated individual who is passionate about cognitive development. Our lab is interested in how humans come to understand others’ actions and minds, particularly in social contexts. Through studies of infants and young children, our lab aims to characterize the developmental foundations of human learning and cooperation.
The Junior Specialist will report directly to the PI, and they will be responsible for managing and overseeing the team of undergraduate research assistants, the lab spaces, the running of studies (in-person and online), the lab’s data, IRB protocols, and open science practices. Additionally, they will support literature reviews, study design, stimulus creation, participant recruitment, data collection, data analysis, presentations, paper writing, and grant writing. The position will include opportunities for developing independent research projects, learning new skills, and mentoring undergraduate research assistants. We hope that this position will prepare someone well for graduate studies.
Candidates must be able to work both independently and in collaboration with others. The Junior Specialist will work to build and support the lab community.
The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.
Department: https://psych.ucsb.edu/
Qualifications
Applicants must have completed or be currently enrolled in a BA or BS program in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, or a related field at the time of application.
-Must have a bachelor’s degree conferred by the start date of the position.
-At least 6 months of experience in a research setting
-At least 6 months of experience working with babies and/or children
-Experience working with babies and/or young children in a research setting (1 or more years)
-Familiarity with statistical languages/software (e.g., using R, Python, JASP, or SPSS)
-Familiarity with Google Drive, Google Calendar, Microsoft Office, and Zoom
-Experience managing others, building community, and supporting diversity, inclusion, and belonging
-Applicants should have strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Undergraduate Transcripts - Unofficial is fine
- 2 required (contact information only)
Applicants that are strongly considered will have their references contacted prior to selection for interview
Help contact: pamelawilks@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.