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Sr. Research Assistant (KSAS - Cognitive Science)

Johns Hopkins University
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Aug 07, 2026
The Cognitive and Brain Sciences Lab in the Department of Cognitive Science is seeking a *Sr. Research Assistant* to advance research on a large, multi-year project that is transitioning from the data collection phase to data curation, analysis and publication preparation. The multi-modal data set includes behavioral, and neuroimaging (fMRI, MRI, DWI) data collected from older and younger adults during a longitudinal study designed to investigate the effects of aging on word learning. TheSr. Research Assistantwill work under the general direction of a faculty researcher or senior research staff and independently conducts a variety of operational and technical activities key to the conduct of and direction of the research. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Develop data collection tools based on understanding of underlying study design. Participate in developing standard operating procedures for one or more studies. Design and set up standard operating procedures. Oversee data collection. Analyze data under general oversight and make data-driven recommendations. Oversee day-to-day activities and provide training for new staff on study. Conduct literature searches to pull background material and identify information relevant and applicable to research interest. Other duties as assigned. In Addition to the Duties Described Above Work with supervised independence in the analysis of both behavioral data (reaction time, errors and accuracy) and neuroimaging data (fMRI). Supervise undergraduate research assistants working on the project. Utilize research and writing skills to support the development of literature reviews and contribute to methods and results sections for publication. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a related field. Two years of related experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education permitted by the JHU equivalency formula beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in a related field. Degree (or extensive coursework) in Cognitive Science, Cognitive Psychology, or Cognitive Neuroscience. Prior experience as a research assistant in a laboratory studying psycholinguistics and/or neurobiology of language. Technical Qualifications & Specialized Certifications Experience, training, or coursework in analysis of fMRI data. Experience, training, or coursework in Linear Mixed Effects Modeling. Familiarity with research in psycholinguistics and neurobiology of language. Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency Analytical Skills - Developing Attention to Detail - Developing Electronic Office Tools - Developing Information Gathering - Developing Oral and Written Communications - Developing Organizational Skills - Developing The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Classified Title: Sr. Research Assistant Job Posting Title (Working Title):Sr. Research Assistant (KSAS - Cognitive Science) Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB Starting Salary Range: $21.70 - $29.86 - $38.00 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Limited Schedule: Variable; annual average up to 19 hr/wk FLSA Status:Exempt Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus Department name: Cognitive Science Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences >