University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign The Psychology department is searching for a Coordinator of Research Programs who will oversee and coordinate research activities in the lab of Dr. Caterina Gratton at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Research conducted in Dr. Gratton's lab focuses on brain networks and how they relate to goal-directed cognition and mental health disorders.Duties & Responsibilities
- Assisting with research conducted by the PI and PhD students in the lab, including programming studies, recruiting participants, collecting MRI and behavioral data, preprocessing MRI and behavioral data, contributing to manuscripts for publication and presentation, and team management (recruitment, training, and supervision of undergraduate Research Assistants)
- Lab Administration - purchasing items for lab as well as working with the Psychology Procurement team on bigger purchases, assisting in submitting and implementing IRB protocols, maintaining the lab website, reading/analyzing grant reports and providing feedback to lab director regarding the reports.
- Developing an independent program of research in collaboration with the PI and/or PhD students; taking the lead on publications and conference presentations where appropriate
Required Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in psychology, neuroscience, or a related biology, health, or engineering field
- Prior research experience
Preferred Qualifications
- General lab management and human subjects regulatory information (e.g., IRB, participant payments)
- Some computational experience (e.g., UNIX, MATLAB, or Python) and an eagerness to gain more experience
- Ability to solve problems proactively, work independently, adhere to deadlines, and lead/support/train undergraduate research assistants
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Awareness of and sensitivity to cultural and linguistic differences
- Effective organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build rapport and establish effective working relationships with co-workers and participants
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to easily and quickly pivot from one task to another
Appointment InformationThis is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the deadline date. The budgeted salary range for the position is $39,051,000 to $48,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. In addition, the candidate for this position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy at https://cam.illinois.edu/policies/hr-87-2/Application Procedures & Deadline InformationApplications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on
April 14, 2025. Apply for this position using the "Apply Now" button on the posting and upload your cover letter, resume (months and years of employment must be included), and names/contact information for three professional references. Please remember to include specific information on how you meet the qualifications of the position in your application materials, including all relevant experiences. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Dr. Caterina Gratton, cgratton@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1027385R
Job Category: Research
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
