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R137019**About the Opportunity****JOB SUMMARY**The Brain Game Center for Mental Fitness and Well-Being, led by Professors Aaron Seitz and Susanne Jaeggi, is seeking a Research Scientist to play a role as a scientist lead and assist in overseeing the lab’s operations. Our research focuses on measuring and training cognitive processes. We work with diverse populations, including children, older adults, neurodiverse individuals, and those with perceptual and cognitive needs. Therefore, candidates must demonstrate sensitivity to the unique needs of individuals from different backgrounds including race, culture, gender, socioeconomic status. The ideal candidate will serve in a leadership position that requires strong domain relevant knowledge as well as interpersonal, communication, and staff and project management skills, and must be able to work effectively in both remote and in-person settings. This role involves close collaboration with PIs, the Associate Director, postdocs, graduate students, undergraduate students, programmers, designers, community partners, and national/international collaborators. Experience in team management and staff supervision is essential, as the Research Scientist will play a key role in guiding and supporting lab members, ensuring efficient workflow, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.**RESPONSIBILITIES**The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:• Overseeing all operations of the lab’s research studies, including adherence to IRB protocols, clinical trials, study material and protocol development, management and training of lab members, data collection, and participant recruitment.• Working with the PIs with grant submissions, progress reports, and compliance documentation.• Supporting existing research projects and developing new ones• Assisting with managing a large, multidisciplinary team of researchers and software developers. The Research Scientist will identify opportunities to improve internal lab processes, such as staff workflows and procedural efficiencies, and work with the PIs to implement solutions that enhance productivity and expedite the achievement of project goals.• Overseeing procurement, inventory, and maintenance of lab equipment and office supplies; coordinating activities related to lab and office space; coordinating with financial department and IT on equipment orders and updates as needed.• Providing support to students, clients and collaborators, including developing training materials, and providing consultations on complex procedures.• Gradually forge the way to research independence, moving from full support to a salary funded through a combination of independent and joint grants.• Publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, and present research at conferences and workshops**QUALIFICATIONS**• PhD or another terminal degree in social, biological, information or physical science field by the appointment start date.• Demonstrated track record of scholarly achievement in relevant areas, with commensurate publication and research funding history, appropriate for appointment rank.• Ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary research teams and build relationships with external partners.• Excellent communication skills across diverse audiences and settings.**Position Type**Research**Additional Information**Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit
for more information.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.**Compensation Grade/Pay Type:**109S**Expected Hiring Range:**$66,850.00 - $94,427.50*With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.*locations:
Boston, MA (Main Campus)time type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 2 Days AgoFounded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.
The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver.Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment.
Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Boston, MA (Main Campus)time type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id:
R137019**About the Opportunity****JOB SUMMARY**The Brain Game Center for Mental Fitness and Well-Being, led by Professors Aaron Seitz and Susanne Jaeggi, is seeking a Research Scientist to play a role as a scientist lead and assist in overseeing the lab’s operations. Our research focuses on measuring and training cognitive processes. We work with diverse populations, including children, older adults, neurodiverse individuals, and those with perceptual and cognitive needs. Therefore, candidates must demonstrate sensitivity to the unique needs of individuals from different backgrounds including race, culture, gender, socioeconomic status. The ideal candidate will serve in a leadership position that requires strong domain relevant knowledge as well as interpersonal, communication, and staff and project management skills, and must be able to work effectively in both remote and in-person settings. This role involves close collaboration with PIs, the Associate Director, postdocs, graduate students, undergraduate students, programmers, designers, community partners, and national/international collaborators. Experience in team management and staff supervision is essential, as the Research Scientist will play a key role in guiding and supporting lab members, ensuring efficient workflow, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.**RESPONSIBILITIES**The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:• Overseeing all operations of the lab’s research studies, including adherence to IRB protocols, clinical trials, study material and protocol development, management and training of lab members, data collection, and participant recruitment.• Working with the PIs with grant submissions, progress reports, and compliance documentation.• Supporting existing research projects and developing new ones• Assisting with managing a large, multidisciplinary team of researchers and software developers. The Research Scientist will identify opportunities to improve internal lab processes, such as staff workflows and procedural efficiencies, and work with the PIs to implement solutions that enhance productivity and expedite the achievement of project goals.• Overseeing procurement, inventory, and maintenance of lab equipment and office supplies; coordinating activities related to lab and office space; coordinating with financial department and IT on equipment orders and updates as needed.• Providing support to students, clients and collaborators, including developing training materials, and providing consultations on complex procedures.• Gradually forge the way to research independence, moving from full support to a salary funded through a combination of independent and joint grants.• Publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, and present research at conferences and workshops**QUALIFICATIONS**• PhD or another terminal degree in social, biological, information or physical science field by the appointment start date.• Demonstrated track record of scholarly achievement in relevant areas, with commensurate publication and research funding history, appropriate for appointment rank.• Ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary research teams and build relationships with external partners.• Excellent communication skills across diverse audiences and settings.**Position Type**Research**Additional Information**Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit
for more information.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.**Compensation Grade/Pay Type:**109S**Expected Hiring Range:**$66,850.00 - $94,427.50*With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.*locations:
Boston, MA (Main Campus)time type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 2 Days AgoFounded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.
The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver.Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment.
Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind. #J-18808-Ljbffr