MRI & Pediatric Neuroimaging Research Assistant

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The UCLA Health research team at the Semel Institute is hiring a full-time Research Assistant to support NIH-funded projects on brain development and autism. You will help coordinate visits, collect data, manage REDCap, and assist with MRI sessions and reporting.

Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and experience with pediatric populations, data management, and neuroimaging tools. Strong teamwork and communication are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Public Health, Cognitive Science, or related field (preferred).
• Experience working with pediatric populations.
• Experience with research studies involving children, adolescents, or families (preferred).
• Familiarity with REDCap and research data management (preferred).
• Experience with neuroimaging research or software such as FSL, SPM, AFNI, or FreeSurfer (preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and data entry systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with research participants, families, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate study visits and assist with participant scheduling and study protocol compliance.
• Support data collection activities, including behavioral assessments and REDCap data entry.
• Assist with MRI research sessions and data acquisition procedures.
• Perform quality control check to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain study records and transfer data according to study protocols.
• Collaborate with UCLA investigators, staff, and partner research sites.
• Assist with preparation of research reports, figures, posters, and manuscripts.
• Support daily laboratory and administrative operations, including supply ordering and project coordination.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Tools

REDCap

FSL

SPM

AFNI

FreeSurfer

Job description

The UCLA Health research team at the Semel Institute is hiring a full-time Research Assistant to support NIH-funded projects on brain development and autism. You will help coordinate visits, collect data, manage REDCap, and assist with MRI sessions and reporting.

Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and experience with pediatric populations, data management, and neuroimaging tools. Strong teamwork and communication are essential in this role.