The Position:
The
Research Assistant will work in the Division of Cognitive and Motor Aging to acquire, manage and process behavioral and brain imaging data in ongoing neuroimaging studies
of older adults.
Responsibilities
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Recruit, screen and accompany older adults to brain imaging studies
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Acquire and enter behavioral data into paper and computerized forms, review forms for completeness and accuracy
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Maintain computer databases of behavioral and brain imaging data
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Read, process, and quality check brain imaging data
Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree required
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Coursework in Neuroscience, Neuroanatomy, Cognitive Science/Psychology, or Computer science preferred
Skills and Competencies
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Outstanding interpersonal and computing skills required
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Strong database management, and clear understanding of clinical and research databases highly preferred
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Previous experience with neuroimaging processing highly preferred.
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Proficiency in neuroimaging processing software (FreeSurfer, fsl, SPM) preferred
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Previous experience with Linux operating systems and MATLAB software preferred
APPLY HERE:
Helena M. Blumen, PhD.
Assistant Professor
Department of Medicine (Geriatrics)