Start Date: 9/1/26
End Date: TBD or Nov. 15, 2028 (duration of IHP program)
Rate of Pay: $17.71/hour
How do the mind and brain learn to read? How does learning to read differ for children with developmental differences like dyslexia, or attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? The BEAM Lab combines behavioral neuropsychological testing and fMRI neuroimaging to understand language and reading development in children with and without learning disabilities. We are recruiting responsible, motivated students to support neuropsychological behavioral testing and data collection.
This role would involve in-person data collection with child participants. Data collection/efforts will primarily be at MIT in Cambridge but may also be on campus at IHP at the BEAM Lab. Successful candidates will administer and score standardized psychoeducational assessments measuring language, literacy, and cognition. Additional responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, administrative tasks, institutional review board documentation, interacting with families and participants, supporting dissemination efforts, and related activities.
Qualifications: The position is open to current graduate students in the CSD Department. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are highly desired. Comfort working with children and families as well as on a research team, collecting/maintaining data with precision, working in a fast-paced setting, and ability to learn quickly are requirements.
Location: Hybrid.
Schedule: 6-10 hours/week. Testing mostly takes place during the day on Saturdays or Sundays, or late afternoons/early evenings during the week. Time commitments may vary, but successful candidates will be able to commit to working a minimum of 2 weekend days per month.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter using this Formstack.
