Lab Manager: Pediatric Neuroimaging & Data Lead

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 40,409 - 60,613; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a full-time Lab Manager for the Brain Food Lab, focused on data management and research coordination. The Lab Manager will oversee recruitment, data handling, and compliance while mentoring students. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and experience in relevant programming languages and youth research. The role demands strong organization and communication skills. The salary ranges from $40,409 to $60,613 annually, with a Monday to Friday schedule from 8 am to 5 pm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Experience with programming and data analysis in R, Python, Bash, and/or MATLAB.
• Experience working with youth participants or in pediatric research.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the secure storage, organization, and cleaning of all behavioral data.
• Lead participant recruitment and study coordination.
• Mentor and supervise a team of undergraduate and graduate research assistants.
• Assist the PI with grant reports and contributions to scientific manuscripts.

Skills

Programming and data analysis in R

Python

Bash

MATLAB

Experience with youth participants

Neuroimaging (MRI/fMRI)

Obesity-related research

Supervision and training skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

The University of Georgia is seeking a full-time Lab Manager for the Brain Food Lab, focused on data management and research coordination. The Lab Manager will oversee recruitment, data handling, and compliance while mentoring students. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and experience in relevant programming languages and youth research. The role demands strong organization and communication skills. The salary ranges from $40,409 to $60,613 annually, with a Monday to Friday schedule from 8 am to 5 pm.