Neuroimaging Research Coordinator

UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA invites applications for a Staff Research Associate I to coordinate ongoing projects in the Department of Integrative Biology and Physiology. You will schedule participants, screen, manage databases, attend lab meetings, and help prepare IRB protocols, ensuring smooth study operations.

The role involves leading data collection for a BrightFocus Foundation grant, including behavioral and neuropsychological testing, MRI and PET imaging, and saliva sample handling, working with diverse

Qualifications

• Experience managing databases and demonstrated experience in managing several tasks, keeping all on track and organized.
• Experience with interacting with special populations (older adults, depression)
• Experience with neuroimaging techniques, either on data collection side or data analysis
• Ability to use standard computer programming tools and databases (Excel, PsychoPy, Airtable)
• Ability to maintain a laboratory record with clear, well-organized summaries of experiments and results
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships
• Skill in communicating problems and information in a timely and critical manner
• Ability to conduct independent work and teach others in lab, especially undergraduates
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, supervise others, and follow through with tasks
• Personable and professional when interacting with participants
• Arrive early to prepare for study sessions

Responsibilities

• Coordinate research projects in the lab.
• Schedule and screen participants.
• Maintain databases and study records.
• Attend lab meetings and take notes.
• Submit IRB protocols.
• Lead data collection for BrightFocus Foundation grant, including behavioral and neuropsychological testing as well as MRI and PET imaging and saliva collection.
• Interact professionally with participants across the lifespan (18+).

Skills

Excel

PsychoPy

Airtable

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Excel

PsychoPy

Airtable

Job description

UCLA invites applications for a Staff Research Associate I to coordinate ongoing projects in the Department of Integrative Biology and Physiology. You will schedule participants, screen, manage databases, attend lab meetings, and help prepare IRB protocols, ensuring smooth study operations.

The role involves leading data collection for a BrightFocus Foundation grant, including behavioral and neuropsychological testing, MRI and PET imaging, and saliva sample handling, working with diverse