Neuroscience Research Assistant — Neuropsych Testing & Data

Rutgers University; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University – Newark is seeking a Laboratory/Technical (Research) Assistant to support the Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN). The role involves administering neuropsychological tests, managing data and subject files, screening participants, and supervising student workers in an on-site lab.

The candidate will assist with IRB processes, maintain lab documentation, and ensure compliance with university policies while contributing to multiple projects within a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific/technical discipline is required.
• Experience administering neuropsychological assessments is required.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer neuropsychological tests to human subjects.
• Manage data and subject files across multiple projects.
• Screen and schedule research subjects; oversee student workers.
• Communicate updates at lab meetings and assist with IRB applications.
• Ensure compliance with Lab, CMBN, SASN, and Rutgers policies.

Skills

Neuropsychological assessments

Data management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Public interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific/technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

SPSS

MATLAB

Job description

Rutgers University – Newark is seeking a Laboratory/Technical (Research) Assistant to support the Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN). The role involves administering neuropsychological tests, managing data and subject files, screening participants, and supervising student workers in an on-site lab.

The candidate will assist with IRB processes, maintain lab documentation, and ensure compliance with university policies while contributing to multiple projects within a dynamic