Victrays
Lab Manager at University of Chicago – Hyde Park Campus, United States
Victrays, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Lab Manager at University of Chicago – Hyde Park Campus, United States
SSD Psychology: Staff and Temporary Employees – Berman
About the Department As environmental neuroscientists, we study the interaction between brain functioning, individual behavior, group behavior, and the external physical environment, as well as how those interactions vary across space and time. We define environmental neuroscience as the scientific study of brain‑mediated, bidirectional relationships between organisms and their social and physical environments. Under this broad umbrella, our specific research projects include the influence of the natural and built environment on affect, cognition, health and collective behaviors, information compression and memorability, the relationship between life expectancy and crime, brain network efficiency and its relationship to cognitive effort and social network analysis.
Job Summary The position performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects, ensuring compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. The Lab Manager will analyze possible solutions using standard procedures, write articles, reports and manuscripts, and assist in drafting presentations on research findings. Availability will begin Spring/Summer 2025.
Responsibilities
Generating research questions and hypotheses.
Conducting literature reviews.
Participating in team meetings focused on designing and executing research projects.
Designing and programming experimental stimuli (using Qualtrics, PsychoPy, etc.).
Recruiting, testing, and debriefing human subjects for both neuroimaging (fMRI and fNIRS) and behavioral experiments.
Preprocessing and analyzing experimental brain and behavioral data (using R, MATLAB, Python, etc.).
Preparing manuscripts for publication.
Providing support for lab personnel.
Organizing lab meetings and events.
Managing IRB approvals and amendments.
Writing grant updates.
Reporting on the lab’s use of computational resources.
Preparing and submitting expense reports.
Onboarding new hires.
Purchasing equipment.
Maintaining the lab website and social media accounts.
Maintaining technical and administrative support for a research project.
Installing, setting up and performing experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
Performing other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through less than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
None required.
Preferred Qualifications Education
A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in neuroscience, cognitive science, computer science, psychology, sociology, biology, physics, math, or other related fields.
Experience
Research experience in cognitive neuroscience, psychology, or another social science is ideal, but not required.
Strong computer programming skills (e.g., R, MATLAB, and/or Python) are expected, though we will help to improve candidate’s computational skills through lab training and collaborative research projects.
Must be self‑motivated, independent, and reliable.
Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
References (3) (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family Research
Role Impact —
Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5
Drug Test Required No
Health Screen Required No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No
Pay Rate Type Hourly
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Pay Range $24.51 – $31.72
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Accommodation for Reasonable Accommodations Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
Background Check All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
Annual Security & Fire Safety Report The University of Chicago’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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About the Department As environmental neuroscientists, we study the interaction between brain functioning, individual behavior, group behavior, and the external physical environment, as well as how those interactions vary across space and time. We define environmental neuroscience as the scientific study of brain‑mediated, bidirectional relationships between organisms and their social and physical environments. Under this broad umbrella, our specific research projects include the influence of the natural and built environment on affect, cognition, health and collective behaviors, information compression and memorability, the relationship between life expectancy and crime, brain network efficiency and its relationship to cognitive effort and social network analysis.
Job Summary The position performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects, ensuring compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. The Lab Manager will analyze possible solutions using standard procedures, write articles, reports and manuscripts, and assist in drafting presentations on research findings. Availability will begin Spring/Summer 2025.
Responsibilities
Generating research questions and hypotheses.
Conducting literature reviews.
Participating in team meetings focused on designing and executing research projects.
Designing and programming experimental stimuli (using Qualtrics, PsychoPy, etc.).
Recruiting, testing, and debriefing human subjects for both neuroimaging (fMRI and fNIRS) and behavioral experiments.
Preprocessing and analyzing experimental brain and behavioral data (using R, MATLAB, Python, etc.).
Preparing manuscripts for publication.
Providing support for lab personnel.
Organizing lab meetings and events.
Managing IRB approvals and amendments.
Writing grant updates.
Reporting on the lab’s use of computational resources.
Preparing and submitting expense reports.
Onboarding new hires.
Purchasing equipment.
Maintaining the lab website and social media accounts.
Maintaining technical and administrative support for a research project.
Installing, setting up and performing experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
Performing other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through less than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
None required.
Preferred Qualifications Education
A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in neuroscience, cognitive science, computer science, psychology, sociology, biology, physics, math, or other related fields.
Experience
Research experience in cognitive neuroscience, psychology, or another social science is ideal, but not required.
Strong computer programming skills (e.g., R, MATLAB, and/or Python) are expected, though we will help to improve candidate’s computational skills through lab training and collaborative research projects.
Must be self‑motivated, independent, and reliable.
Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
References (3) (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family Research
Role Impact —
Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5
Drug Test Required No
Health Screen Required No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No
Pay Rate Type Hourly
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Pay Range $24.51 – $31.72
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Accommodation for Reasonable Accommodations Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
Background Check All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
Annual Security & Fire Safety Report The University of Chicago’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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