Research Assistant II, Neurosurgery

Site: The Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc.

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Job Summary

The Mapping & Engineering Neural Dynamics (MEND) Laboratory is part of the Department of Neurosurgery at Brigham and Womens Hospital. We study how brain circuits process information how these circuits become disrupted in neurological disease and how neuromodulation therapies can restore normal function. Our research combines advanced MRI electrophysiology and computational neuroscience to study disorders including epilepsy and essential tremor with a focus on therapies such as deep brain stimulation (DBS) and focused ultrasound (FUS).

We are seeking a motivated detail-oriented (half-time) Research Assistant to support imaging and electrophysiology research investigating the mechanisms and treatment of neurological disorders. The successful candidate will assist with data acquisition curation and analysis working closely with John Rolston MD PhD (MEND Lab Director) and an interdisciplinary team of physicians scientists and trainees within the MEND Laboratory and the Center for Brain Circuit Therapeutics.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work collaboratively with physicians scientists trainees and research staff on studies involving epilepsy and movement disorders.

• Curate organize and maintain research databases and study documentation.

• Maintain secure and confidential participant records and research data.

• Assist with participant recruitment consent scheduling and MRI data collection.

• Attend laboratory meetings and relevant clinical conferences.

• Assist with preparing and maintaining ethics applications and collaborative data usage agreements with other research sites.

• Learn and apply neuroimaging methods to process and analyze structural functional and diffusion MRI data using tools such as MRtrix FreeSurfer and FSL.

• Use Python MATLAB and/or R to manage data perform analyses and support research workflows.

• Help troubleshoot improve and maintain computational image-processing pipelines.

• Assist with preparing scientific manuscripts abstracts presentations and grant applications.

• Perform other research-related duties as needed.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Strong attention to detail organizational skills and ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative research team.

• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technical methods.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Computer literacy including database tools. Proficiency with standard computer software (e.g. Microsoft Office or equivalent).

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

• Careful attention to detail.

• Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors degree in neuroscience psychology computer science engineering biomedical engineering or another science or health-related field.

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EXPERIENCE:

• Students from neuroscience psychology computer science engineering biomedical engineering mathematics physics and pre-med backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

• Experience with programming (Python and/or MATLAB) Linux/UNIX or scientific computing is desirable.

• Experience with neuroimaging software (e.g. FreeSurfer MRtrix FSL) is desirable but not required.

• Prior research experience in neuroimaging electrophysiology epilepsy movement disorders or related fields is desirable but not required.

• Enthusiasm for learning advanced neuroimaging computational neuroscience and research methods is essential.

Onsite

60 Fenwood Road

20

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$24.28 - $39.43/Hourly

Grade

6

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