RESEARCH TECHNICIAN POSITION IN NEUROIMAGING
POSITION SUMMARY: Applications are invited for a research technician at Washington University in St. Louis. This well-established laboratory studies the structural and functional organization of the human brain using multi-modal imaging: including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET). The primary focus of the lab is to understand how neurodegenerative diseases (especially Alzheimer’s disease) disrupt brain organization and mediates symptoms.
Benefits of this position include: 1) Involvement in cutting edge research performed by a leading neuroimaging research laboratory 2) Potential to be involved as an author on manuscripts 3) Potential to present results at national and international conferences 4) Ability to attend talks and lectures in the field. Funding is guaranteed for up to 2 years.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions): The primary responsibility of the research technician will be to archive/organize images (large multi-modal imaging datasets) and process neuroimaging data. The technician will study how disease affects the human brain by integrating large multi-modal imaging datasets and analyzing the relationship between brain imaging markers and clinical status. The technician will assist in various lab maintenance, transfer of files, database management, and organizational duties including tracking project progress, meet grant deadlines, and anticipate project needs.
Qualifications: The qualified candidate should have at least a Bachelor's degree in human biology, neurosciences, psychology, bioengineering, computer sciences, or other related fields. The qualified candidate must have computer skills and knowledge of computer languages (e.g. Matlab, Python, shell scripting in CSH or BASH). The research technician must be dependable, have good attention to details, be well organized, be self-motivated, and be comfortable working as part of a team environment. Previous experience with neuroimaging data analysis programs is preferred but not required. Strong facility with statistical analyses is also desired.
To apply, please send a letter of interest and CV to bances@wustl.edu. Please arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be sent to the address below. Only applicants considered for employment will be contacted.
Contact Information:
Beau Ances MD, PhD Department of Neurology Washington University in Saint Louis Box 8111 660 South Euclid Ave Saint Louis, MO 63110