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The University of Texas at Austin · 1 month ago

Research Engineering/ Scientist Assistant

positionAustin, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

The University of Texas at Austin is recruiting for a Research Engineering/Scientist Assistant to support human neuroimaging research in the Dunsmoor lab. The role involves managing day-to-day lab activities, including participant recruitment and data collection, ideal for postgraduates seeking research experience.

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Responsibilities

Provide research assistance/support for research projects and be responsible for day-to-day operations of research activities as part of a team of faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate assistants
Help with recruitment, participant phone screens, consenting research subjects, and data (MRI and behavioral) collection, entry, and analysis
Oversee implementation of new functional neuroimaging protocols, including technical aspects of using 3D visual display and precise collection of psychophysiological measures during MRI scanning
Conduct diagnostic interviews and clinical assessments of patients with posttraumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, and normative control participants

Qualification

Neuroimaging researchData collectionAnalysisBasic programmingInterpersonal communicationOrganizational skillsCritical thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in a scientific, engineering or technical field
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate

Preferred

Some background in basic programming preferred
Professional demeanor with tact and respect at all times
Ability to address individuals and information with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality in various delicate, formal or urgent situations
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Outstanding organizational and time-management skills
Demonstrated critical thinking skills and excellent attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to work well with a culturally diverse group of faculty, staff, and students, including the willingness and ability to train and oversee undergraduate graduate students

Benefits

Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Company

The University of Texas at Austin

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The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
dateFounded in 1922
location
Austin, Texas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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http://www.mccombs.utexas.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Republic Capital Group
2022-09-14Series Unknown

Leadership Team

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Will Whiting
Chief Development Officer
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