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Major Responsibilities & Duties Assists in the preparation of stimuli and development of appropriate test procedures. Assists in research tool preparation, data collection, and procedures in research studies that may include animals, human subjects, etc. Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions and results. Adheres to lab safety standards. Maintains a detailed record of test conditions and results. Assists in the calibration, maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment and workspace. Assists in data collection and data analysis. Reports findings and project outcomes to the principal investigator and involved staff. Assists in the design, construction, and maintenance of electronic devices used in laboratories, including PCs, audio equipment, and special purpose interfaces. Assists in the recruitment, scheduling, and testing in research studies using animal or human subjects. Uses computers to analyze and plot results of experiments. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to apply knowledge gained through coursework in psychology, speech and hearing, biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and/or computer science. Ability to operate and calibrate lab equipment and other electronic devices. Ability to operate a personal computer and audio equipment. Ability to apply math aptitude in order to perform data analyses and generate results. Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing. Ability to work directly with laboratory staff personnel and principal investigators. Job requires interpersonal skills, close attention to details, math aptitude, independent analytical thinking, organizational skills and flexibility in duties performed. Ability to participate in continuing education programs regarding laboratory safe practices. Required Qualifications High school diploma required. Minimum of one year of college coursework or equivalent experience required. Based on area of assignment, bilingual skills may be required. If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of transfer or hire required. Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required. Preferred Qualifications Coursework with an emphasis in psychology, speech and hearing, biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, or a research related area is preferred. Benefits Boys Town provides a comprehensive benefits package. Medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Pharmacy benefits offer low or zero‑dollar copays on certain maintenance drugs. Mental health visits with an in‑network provider are no cost. Retirement planning support is available with a generous match on 401(k) or 401(k) Roth accounts. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, parenting resources, and professional development opportunities. Equal Employment Opportunity This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E‑Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability‑related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1‑877‑639‑6003. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boys Town

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