Currently Recruiting:

Research Assistant (ASAP)

We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant to assist with all study phases of functional and structural MRI for several projects. This position is ideal for anyone considering future graduate study in developmental cognitive neuroscience, psychology, cognitive science, and/or education.

This Research Assistant will be responsible for:

• MRI/fMRI scanning and behavioral testing of young children and adolescents

• Subject recruitment for research studies, which may include close interaction with schools and healthcare centers in the Boston area

• Scheduling of research participants and their parents

• Implementation and maintenance of analysis software

• Preparation of IRB documentation and submissions in conjunction with the Principal Investigator and/or other members of the research team

• Conducting data collection activities and preparing analytical reports regarding results of studies

• May have an opportunity to contribute to stimuli design, data analyses and/or publications

To qualify, you must have: A Bachelor's degree in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, education, or a related field and two years of relevant work experience (relevant coursework may count towards experience). Comfort with a heterogeneous computing environment (Linux/Unix, Mac, and Windows) as well as some programming experience preferred; knowledge of psychological experiment software (E Prime, Presentation, etc.) and/or fMRI analyses software helpful. Demonstrable pre-existing interest in cognitive neuroscience desired; knowledge of neuroanatomy or statistics helpful. Prior experience working with infants and small children (e.g., in a preschool or daycare setting or within a research project) will be a plus. Must be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and must like working with children. Start will be ASAP.

All interested applicants should apply using this link!

Psychoeducational Evaluator (ASAP)

The Psychoeducational Evaluators will be responsible for:

• Administering several psychometric assessments pertaining to cognitive, language, reading and math development, including (but not limited to) the Comprehensive Test of Phonological Processing, the Woodcock Johnson Tests of Oral Language and Cognitive Abilities, the Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals, the Woodcock Reading Mastery Test, and the Gray Oral Reading Test.

• Conducting in-person sessions of 3 hours in length with research participants in elementary, middle, and early high school, as well as the scoring of these assessments.

• Travel to the lab at the Harvard Graduate School of Education (50 Church St., Cambridge MA) will be required.

NOTE: This position is strictly for behavioral testing; psychoeducational evaluators will not be trained on neuroimaging data collection or analysis.

To qualify, you must have: Experience administering psychoeducational assessments and experience working with kindergarteners and/or school-age children. A basic understanding of psychometrics, good organizational skills, and careful attention to detail are desired. The candidates will work approximately 3-14 hours per week (varies based on scheduling). Hourly pay ranges from $20 to $30 depending on experience. Start date is ASAP. To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to gaablab@gse.harvard.edu.

Semester Intern (Fall 2026)

As an intern, you will gain experience in data entry and analysis, participant recruitment, and data collection. Data collection can include observing or helping with behavioral testing. We are looking for someone who can dedicate at least 8 hours a week to the lab. Availability to work over the weekend occasionally is a plus. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, careful, self-motivated, and interested in our lab's work, and have a background in neuroscience, psychology, linguistics, education, computer science, or a related field. Currently, this is an unpaid position, but the student may be eligible to earn course credits. To apply, you must be a Harvard University undergraduate or graduate student.

Other helpful points, you would learn more about:

• MRI/fMRI data analysis and behavioral testing of young children and infants
• Subject recruitment for research studies, which may include close interaction with schools and daycare centers in the Boston area
• Scheduling of research participants and their parents
• Use of analysis software

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to gaablab@gse.harvard.edu. Thank you!