Product Research Assistant

Apex Systems; Beaverton (OR); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K program with company match

ESPP (employee stock purchase)

HSA

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Mind Sciences team in conducting human studies focused on perception, cognition, neurophysiology, and athlete experience. You will work closely with senior researchers to execute studies, collect high-quality data, and ensure rigorous, ethical procedures.

The role emphasizes hands-on data collection, participant interaction, and careful coordination of study logistics in a hybrid onsite setting in Beaverton, OR, with some remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience or a closely related field is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience conducting or supporting human-subject research; Master's requires 2+ years, Bachelor's requires 4+ years.
• Experience interacting directly with study participants and collecting human research data.
• Comfort setting up cognitive and sensory neuroscientific equipment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow established protocols accurately.

Responsibilities

• Execute human-subject research studies designed by senior researchers.
• Prepare research spaces and study materials before participant arrival.
• Follow established protocols precisely and consistently.
• Set up, calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot neuroscience research equipment, including EEG systems.
• Welcome participants, explain study procedures, and ensure they feel comfortable.
• Ensure participants have completed informed consent documentation.
• Collect high-quality physiological, behavioral, and subjective research data.
• Ensure data are labeled, stored, organized, and transferred according to procedures.
• Maintain accurate study records and protect confidentiality and data integrity.
• Perform light data cleaning, processing, or quality-control checks under guidance.

Skills

Study participant interaction

Neuroscience equipment setup

Data collection and organization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience or related field

Master's degree in Neuroscience (preferred)

Tools

EEG

fNIRS

MATLAB

Python

R

Job description

Product Research AssistantLocation: Beaverton, Oregon (Onsite Mon-Thurs and remote on most Fridays) Duration: 1 year contract

Role Overview

We are seeking a Research Assistant to support the Mind Sciences team in executing human research studies that advance the understanding of perception, cognition, neurophysiology, and the athlete experience. Working closely with senior researchers, this individual will play a critical role in day-to-day study execution, ensuring a high-quality participant experience, reliable data collection, and scientific rigor. As a member of the team, you will help bring research studies to life and contribute directly to research that informs athlete insights and product innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute human-subject research studies designed by senior researchers.
• Prepare research spaces and study materials before participant arrival.
• Follow established protocols precisely and consistently.
• Set up, calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot neuroscience research equipment, including EEG systems.
• Welcome participants, explain study procedures, and ensure they feel comfortable.
• Ensure participants have completed required informed consent documentation.
• Collect high-quality physiological, behavioral, and subjective research data.
• Ensure data are labeled, stored, organized, and transferred according to established procedures.
• Maintain accurate study records while protecting confidentiality and data integrity.
• Perform light data cleaning, processing, or quality-control checks under guidance.

Required Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience or a closely related field is required.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience conducting or supporting human-subject research is required. Candidates with a Master's degree require 2+ years of relevant experience, while candidates with a Bachelor's degree require a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Technical Skills: Experience interacting directly with study participants and collecting human research data. Comfort setting up and operating cognitive and sensory neuroscientific equipment. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow established protocols accurately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Neuroscience or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with EEG, fNIRS, or related neurophysiological technologies.
• Experience in a neuroscience, human performance, biomechanics, or applied research laboratory.
• Experience with basic data processing and analysis tools such as MATLAB, Python, R, or Excel.
• Experience working directly with athletes.
• Experience in sensory perception research.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role based in Beaverton, Oregon. A hybrid schedule may be available, generally involving onsite work from Monday to Thursday. Some work on Fridays may be required based on business needs. The role involves working with a direct team of approximately two other researchers and a broader perception science team of about five others.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.