Research Specialist

The Jolink Lab (led by Dr. Tatum Jolink) is currently hiring a full-time research specialist in Social Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The Jolink Lab examines how people initiate, form, and strengthen close relationships; the basic behavioral and biological mechanisms at the root of high-quality interactions with close others; and how experiences in close relationships shape health. Individuals interested in using rigorous in-lab and longitudinal methods, such as behavioral, psychoneuroimmunological, psychophysiological, longitudinal, and app-based methods are encouraged to apply. The research specialist will work closely with Dr. Jolink to launch and manage the lab, providing administrative and research support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the lab. Qualities related to organizational and interpersonal skills will be highly valued. The position offers a unique opportunity to see (and help oversee) a research lab built from the ground up and to be part of a team that seeks to make significant contributions to both relationship science and health. This position is especially well-suited for graduating or recently graduated undergrads thinking about graduate school. Join me as we launch the lab opening this September in Madison!

This position is for a minimum of 1 year with the opportunity to renew for up to 3 years total.

• Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences

• Performs literature reviews and writes reports

• Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results

• Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials

• Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders

• Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers

College of Letters & Science | Department of Psychology

• Minimum 2 years research lab experience
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with study participants, team members, other departments, outside institutions, and vendors; and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well independently, complete projects in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects to ensure the completion of essential tasks by deadlines
• Demonstrated understanding and experience with psychological research in order to contribute to conceptual discussions, study design and development, and research papers, possibly leading to authorship in resulting publications
• Strong proficiency using software such as Microsoft Office and G-suite
  

• Experience programming studies with Qualtrics
• Experience cleaning or analyzing data with statistical software such as R or SPSS is highly desirable
• Experience creating, adapting, and/or documenting protocols (e.g., organizational or personnel procedures)
  

Education:

Bachelor's degree in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience or related field, required

Tatum Jolink, tatum.jolink@wisc.edu

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