Research Intern Position: Neuroscience, Education, Technology, and Policy

Research Intern Position: Neuroscience, Education, Technology, and Policy
Prof. Nadine Gaab, Gaab Lab, School of Education
fall 2022

 

 

The Gaab Lab at the Graduate School of Education is seeking semester-long undergraduate research interns. Our lab works at the intersection of neuroscience, education, EdTech, and policy. We focus on typical/atypical learning trajectories with a special focus on language and reading development and the role of the environment in shaping these trajectories. Responsibilities: As an intern, you will gain experience in data entry and analysis, participant recruitment, and data collection. Data collection can include helping with behavioral testing and/or scanning young children in an MRI scanner. Requirements and Expectations: We are looking for someone who can dedicate at least 8 hours a week to the lab, split between 1-2 days a week. Availability to work over the weekend occasionally is a plus. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, careful, self-motivated, and interested in our lab's work, and have a background in neuroscience, psychology, linguistics, education, computer science, or a related field. Additional Information: Currently, this is an unpaid position, but students are encouraged to apply to HCRP funding. To Apply: Interested applicants please send a cover letter and CV to gaablab@gse.harvard.edu. (posted 8/2022)