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Senior Research Coordinator - Center for Applied Brain and Cognitive Sciences, School of Engineering
Tufts University
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Senior Research Coordinator - Center for Applied Brain and Cognitive Sciences, School of Engineering

Tufts University

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Posted:
November 14, 2019
Location:
Medford/Somerville, Massachusetts
Salary:
Open
Category:
Staff/Administrative
Senior Research Coordinator - Center for Applied Brain and Cognitive Sciences, School of Engineering - (19001961)
Description

This is a grant funded position and is not eligible for severance pay. Limited term position for 1 year.


The Center for Applied Brain and Cognitive Sciences (CABCS) is seeking a Senior Research Coordinator to work with CABCS PIs on ongoing research projects related to augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR). Our work lies at the interface of Cognitive Science, Computer Science, and Human-Computer Interaction and aims to study how AR/VR interface choices can aid (or hinder) navigation, decision making, and perception for individuals and small groups. Under supervision of Principal Investigators, this position will be expected to work both independently and collaboratively to develop and execute technically rigorous human subjects research.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:

* BA or BS in computer science, cognitive science, neuroscience, psychology, or related field
* Some experimental background and experience working in a laboratory setting conducting human subjects research and/or user experience testing
* Programming experience across a variety of programming languages
* Strong research interest in the area of AR/VR

Preferred Qualifications:
* MA or MS preferred
* Strong experimental background and lab experience
* Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
* AR/VR programming experience using commercial development software and technologies (ex. HTC Vive, Microsoft HoloLens, ARCore, ARKit, Vuforia)
* Experience and training with eye tracking equipment
* Experience with data analysis programs and software such as R, Excel, SPSS, MATLAB, Tableau
* Prior experience mentoring undergraduate research assistants is also ideal


An employee in this position must complete all appropriate background checks at the time of hire, promotion, or transfer.


Equal Opportunity Employer - minority/females/veterans/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Medford/Somerville
Job: Research
Organization: CABCS-Center for Applied Brain and Cognitive Sciences
Employee Status: Limited Appointment Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Nov 12, 2019, 4:01:49 PM

Internal Number: 19001961
About Tufts University
Tufts is a leader in American higher education, distinctive for its success as a moderately sized university that excels at research and providing students with a personal experience. Our unique combination of research and liberal arts attracts students, faculty and staff who thrive in our environment of curiosity, creativity and engagement.
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