We are currently looking for a research assistant to assist in carrying out infant research on the role ostensive cues play in logical reasoning. Previous studies showed that nonverbal cues, such as eye gaze, prosody and pointing, have a great impact on learning and development. We are now trying to understand the impact of one of the most basic ostensive cues, eye contact, on learning different types of information and on logical reasoning. While the research assistant is expected to contribute in many ways to the research project, typical responsibilities will include the following:

• Recruit schools and other educational centers to participate in our studies

• Prepare consent forms and other documentation needed to set up collaborations with other institutions

• Collect and analyze data

• Prepare materials/stimuli

• Recruit and/or interview subjects

• Maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary

• Provide ready access to all experimental data for the faculty researcher and/or supervisor

• Request or acquire equipment or supplies necessary for the project

• Manage and respond to project related email 

• Attend project meetings

• Summarize project results 

Web site for additional job details https://www.rico.upf.edu