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RESEARCH POSITION AVAILABLE
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VISION/COGNITIVE SCIENCE
START DATE: June '99 (or shortly after graduation)
This position is in a lab that conducts psychophysical research
primarily in the area of visual attention. Most experiments test
healthy young adults. Occasional projects include clinical
psychophysical testing of patients. The position involves all stages
of the research process from planning experiments to helping to
write up results for publication, but the main focus is data collection
and analysis.
This position requires a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
degree. A major in Psychology or related field would be plus, but
is not necessary. Some research experience would also be useful.
A candidate should have experience with personal computers and/or
workstations and should be willing to learn how to use our statistics,
graphics, and word processing packages. Programming experience is not
necessary, but familiarity with C and/or MatLab would be a plus.
A candidate must be able to work independently and should be able
to interact with patients & subjects in a tactful and pleasant manner.
This is an excellent position for a new college graduate who wants
to spend 2 or more years in a research setting before going on to
graduate school. A two year commitment is required.
If interested, please contact
Jeremy M Wolfe, Assoc. Prof.
CENTER FOR OPHTHALMIC RESEARCH
Brigham & Women's Hospital / Harvard Medical School
221 Longwood Ave.
Boston, MA 02115
email: wolfe@search.bwh.harvard.edu
More information about the lab is available on our website:
search.bwh.harvard.edu