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The Lab Managers will work closely with Dr. Wells to manage daily lab operations and support the research process, including participant recruitment and scheduling, data collection, data management and quality assurance, IRB and regulatory compliance, and training and supervision of undergraduate research assistants. These positions are well suited to individuals seeking hands-on experience in longitudinal, dyadic, and multi-method research in preparation for graduate study in psychology, gerontology, public health, or a related field. There will be opportunities to contribute to conference presentations and co-authored publications.Dr. Jenna Wells's research examines how emotion in close relationships shapes mental and physical health across the life course, with a focus on late life and family caregiving for people with dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases. Her lab identifies what makes caregivers vulnerable or resilient to adverse outcomes, and studies how positive interpersonal processes support long-term health and well-being in individuals and dyads.\nDr. Wells is seeking two full-time Lab Managers for an NIH-funded (R01) study of dementia caregiver-care recipient dyads across rural and urban sites, involving in-person and video-based assessment visits, psychophysiological and eye-tracking measures, and questionnaires. The Lab Managers will work closely with Dr. Wells to manage daily lab operations and support the research process, including participant recruitment and scheduling, data collection, data management and quality assurance, IRB and regulatory compliance, and training and supervision of undergraduate research assistants. These positions are well suited to individuals seeking hands-on experience in longitudinal, dyadic, and multi-method research in preparation for graduate study in psychology, gerontology, public health, or a related field. There will be opportunities to contribute to conference presentations and co-authored publications.\nBecause two Lab Managers are being hired to work alongside each other, strong collaboration and communication skills, along with the ability to divide and coordinate shared responsibilities, are essential.\nThis is a full-time, benefits eligible, one-year term position with the possibility of renewal contingent upon funding, available work, and successful performance. This is an in-person, on-site position with the location being the Ithaca campus.\n\nNo visa sponsorship or relocation assistance are provided for this position.\nTo be considered, each applicant must attach a cover letter expressing their interest and relevant experience as well as a resume/CV.\n\nREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS\nAssociate’s degree in psychology, human development, gerontology, public health, or a related field and 2 to 4 years of relevant research experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.\nExperience conducting or assisting with psychological or behavioral research.\nExcellent technical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; written, interpersonal, and oral communications skills; ability to work both independently and as part of a research team.\nStrong attention to detail, excellent time management, goal and detail-oriented work style, meticulous and consistent follow-through on research projects.\nAbility to sometimes work nonstandard hours (e.g., evenings, weekends), depending on participant availability.\nAbility to work sensitively and professionally with families affected by dementia, including households with children.\nAbility to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. \n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:\nBachelor’s degree in psychology, human development, gerontology, public health, or a related field.\nExperience working with older adults or clinical populations.\nExperience with eye-tracking, psychophysiological, and/or behavioral coding methods.\nExperience with Qualtrics.\nProficiency with statistical or programming software (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB).\nExperience training or supervising others (e.g., undergraduate research assistants).\nInterest in pursuing graduate study in clinical psychology, gerontology, or a related field.\nREWARDS & BENEFITS\nCornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.\nOur benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: https://hr.cornell.edu/benefits-pay.\nFollow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs/your-total-rewards.\nOur leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.\nCornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program.\nDiversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We’re an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.\nUniversity Job Title:\nResearch Aide IVJob Family:\nAcademic SupportLevel:\nDPay Rate Type:\nHourlyPay Range:\n$26.00 - $30.05Remote Option Availability:\nOnsiteCompany:\nContact Name:\nSheri Spencer-ChrisjohnContact Email:\n Titles and Pay Ranges:\nNon-Union Positions\nNoted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. 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You can upload documents either by “dragging and dropping” them into the dropbox or by using the “upload” icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit How We Hire on the HR website.\nEmployment Assistance:\nFor general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email .\nIf you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Office of Civil Rights at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at .\nApplicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing .\nNotice to Applicants:\nPlease read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.\nEEO Statement:\nCornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\nCornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. 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