West Virginia University · 9 hours ago
(Remote) Senior Research Scientist - Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expWest Virginia University is home to the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, which provides neurological and mental healthcare. They are seeking a Senior Research Scientist to drive progress in neurodegenerative research, supporting innovative solutions and clinical trials to improve patient outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Work with the RNI Innovation Center research team to carry out research projects and clinical trials focused on understanding and improving patients’ outcomes
Utilize tools such as electrophysiological, neuromodulation, cognitive batteries, and subjective questionnaires to measure, assess, and improve the monitoring, assessment, and treatment of patients
Meet with research participants to describe research protocols, gain informed consent, carry out follow-up visits and other duties as outlined in the research protocols
Design and oversee the implementation of clinical studies, ensuring that research protocols are scientifically rigorous and ethically sound
Supervise researchers and technicians, providing guidance and training on study protocols
Present research findings at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior researchers and students involved in the program
Stay abreast of developments in the field of neuromodulation, gene therapy, and innovative treatments integrating new knowledge into the program's research agenda
Participant in grant writing and applications for funding opportunities if necessary
Qualification
Required
Doctorate degree in a psychology, psychiatry, public health, behavioral health-related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
A minimum of ten (10) years of experience involving scientific research methods with memory and movement disorder population
Data analysis and interpretation of behavioral, cognitive, and clinical data
Evidence of multiple scientific publications, including first authorship publications
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple research projects simultaneously
Experience with electrophysiological devices (EEG, EMG, EDA, ECG, Eye tracking) as well as wearables
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations
Ability to create, annotate and maintain detailed record
Demonstrated ability to operate a computer utilizing various software packages, including creating spreadsheets, charts, graphs, etc
Knowledge of legal and ethical guidelines and regulations related to clinical trials and neuroimaging research
Working knowledge of scientific research methods and Institutional Review Board policies and procedures
Ability to effectively prepare and present information on complex neuroimaging findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to conduct data analytics and preparation of reports
Ability to write and be awarded grants
Preferred
MD and/or PhD in psychology, psychiatry, neuroscience, public health, behavioral health-related field
Experience conducting clinical trials in participants with neurological diseases
Experience setting up and conducting neuroimaging protocol
Experience Publishing and Presenting scientific reports
Working with industry and academic partners on collaborative research efforts
Protecting confidential information including protected health identifiers of patients enrolled in clinical trials and intellectual property
Completing and submitting federal awards (NIH, NSF, DOD)
Benefits
37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays ( staff holiday calendar )
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year ( employee leave )
18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
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