Research Assistant - MacWhinney Lab

We are seeking a Research Assistant to work in support of the MacWhinney Lab! This position involves use of TalkBank editing and analysis software to prepare spoken language transcripts for inclusion in TalkBank. TalkBank at https://talkbank.org is the largest open-access database for the study of spoken language usage, development, and disorders. The language corpora in TalkBank have been contributed by hundreds of research projects from around the world. This position involves work on curating and transcribing new contributions to the database.

Note: this is a one year, fixed-term position, working full-time hours.

You should demonstrate:

• Understanding of structures in human language (through linguistics, speech science, or psycholinguistics)
• A good command of the use of computer systems, such as shell commands, file structure, git backup, editing software, Excel, and similar programs
• Good auditory sensitivity can help for transcription and coding

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Dietrich College. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Programming ability is a plus, but not a requirement
• Knowledge of other languages is also a plus, but not a requirement
• Interest in language learning and language disorders is important

Requirements:

• Successful background check

Are you interested in this exciting opportunity? Apply today!

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Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Researchers

Position Type

Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Hourly

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