Job Description

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Job Summary

The Psychiatry Neuroimaging Laboratory is looking to hire a qualified candidate for the position of Research Assistant. The laboratory is part of the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital. The main mission of this laboratory is to understand brain abnormalities and their role in psychiatric disorders by using state-of-the-art neuroimaging techniques.

If you would like to read more about the laboratory please visit our website at

Qualifications

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Please note the functions below are representative of major duties that are typically associated with these positions. Specific responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Similarly not all duties that have been outlined will be assigned to each position.

Work closely with others in a collaborative research environment that includes

other Research Assistants physicians computer scientists psychologists

neuroscientists and other Principal Investigators on ongoing research studies

involving investigating brain abnormalities in schizophrenia clinical high risk for

psychosis traumatic brain injury and other populations.

Assist in managing and coordinating research studies by entering data assisting

on data analysis and being involved in clinical laboratory work such as being

present at MRI scans when subjects are scanned.

Learn to use image processing tools for the pre-processing and analysis of

structural functional and diffusion Magnetic Resonance Images (MRI).

Learn to use statistical programs such as SPSS and R to manage participant data and run elementary statistical tests.

Learn to troubleshoot and modify image processing pipelines.

Collect describe and help analyze library research materials. Help to prepare and

proof-read scientific manuscripts and grant applications.

Adhere to established MGB and department policies procedures and objectives

and exemplify professionalism and exhibit values that contribute to the goals of the lab and the hospital.

Perform other related research duties as directed or required.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED :

Psychology neuroscience computer science engineering and premed majors are encouraged to apply but all are welcome.

Prior research or clinical experience is recommended.

Computer programing experience including experience with Linux/UNIX systems python/bash scripting and/or scientific computing software (e.g. MATLAB Python R) is preferred but not required.

Applications are being accepted for the position; hiring will take place as soon as

possible. Applicants are expected to give a two-year commitment for the position. This position will provide invaluable experience for those interested in pursuing graduate study in the fields of psychology medicine engineering neuroscience or computer science.

We request a resume and cover letter outlining your reasons for applying and the

strengths you would bring to the position. If interested please apply online through this website and upload a resume and cover letter (as PDFs) in one document.

EDUCATION:

Qualified applicants must have a bachelors degree strong organizational skills and the ability to work well with others on a research team.

EXPERIENCE:

Psychology neuroscience computer science engineering and premed majors are encouraged to apply but all are welcome.

Prior research or clinical experience is recommended.

Computer programing experience including experience with Linux/UNIX systems python/bash scripting and/or scientific computing software (e.g. MATLAB Python R) is preferred but not required.

If you have further questions please contact:

Kota Chin Research Assistant Email:

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$19.76 - $28.44/Hourly

Grade

5

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Remote work, Shift work,

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