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Research Assistant Position in Cognitive Neuroscience Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, New York University

We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant to assist with cognitive neuroscience experiments involving human intracranial EEG. Main topics of investigation are language, memory, multisensory, brain-computer interface, seizures and others. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, recruiting and scheduling of control subjects and patients, testing and recording from intracranial patients, maintenance of equipment, databases and files, as well as data analysis and manuscript preparation. Candidates who have experience with neuroimaging data collection and analysis are especially encouraged to apply. Other neuroimaging methods employed by the lab include fMRI and MEG. The laboratory provides a unique exposure to both basic research and clinical neuroscience.

The position requires interaction with patients and hospital staff and therefore excellent verbal and interpersonal skills are required. Must be well-organized and detail oriented; extensive computer experience strongly preferred, with programming highly desirable.

B.A. or B.S. required, such as in neuroscience, psychology, biology, computer science or biomedical engineering. The position is ideal for exceptional candidates seeking to pursue an advanced research degree in neuroscience or a related field. The position is available for 2-4 years and includes benefits.

Start date can be immediately or later upon agreement.

Please visit our web lab page for more information: http://www.med.nyu.edu/thesenlab

*Please send resume and cover letter to: *

Thomas Thesen, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Neurology

New York University School of Medicine

thomas.thesen@med.nyu.edu