Mass General Brigham · 1 month ago
Research Assistant
Somerville, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.76/hr - $28.44/hrMass General Brigham is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing patient care, research, teaching, and community service. The Psychiatry Neuroimaging Laboratory is seeking a Research Assistant to support ongoing research studies investigating brain abnormalities and their role in psychiatric disorders using neuroimaging techniques.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
Qualified applicants must have a bachelor's degree
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work well with others on a research team
Prior research or clinical experience is recommended
Psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, and premed majors are encouraged to apply, but all are welcome
Preferred
Computer programming 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
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials
Premiums and bonuses
Recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth
Company
Mass General Brigham
Mass General Brigham specializes in providing medical treatments and health diagnostics services.
Founded in 1994
10001+ employees
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