Research Assistant I Lab

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision health insurance

Retirement plans with contributions

Professional development opportunities

Commuter benefits and campus perks

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a full-time Research Assistant for a large-scale cognitive neuroscience project in Cambridge, MA. Responsibilities include data acquisition using neuroimaging techniques, oversight of data quality, and participant recruitment. Candidates must have a background in psychology or neuroscience, be organized, and possess strong interpersonal skills. The position offers training, competitive pay, and generous benefits including health insurance and paid time off. Work is fully on site, with some flexibility required for scheduling MRI sessions.

Qualifications

• Background in psychology, neuroscience, or related field required.
• Previous research experience is required.
• Extensive training and supervision will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data acquisition using MRI.
• Perform data entry, checking, and quality control.
• Recruit subjects through outreach and advertising.

Skills

Proficiency with MS Word

Knowledge of Excel

Familiarity with Linux

Familiarity with MATLAB

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Technical skills

Education

B.A. or B.S. in psychology, neuroscience, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary: Full-time Research Assistant (RA) wanted for an exciting, large-scale project in the laboratory of Professor Randy Buckner.

Primary responsibilities include: (1) data acquisition using behavioral and neuroimaging techniques (MRI); (2) data entry, data checking, and quality control procedures; and (3) subject recruitment and enrollment through community outreach and advertising. Other responsibilities include serving as an interface among several collaborating lab groups, maintaining participant databases, scoring and processing data, and assisting with administrative tasks.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: Background in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field and previous research experience is required.

Additional Qualifications and Skills: B.A., B.S. preferred. Candidates should have proficiency with basic computing packages such as MS Word and Excel and will have some familiarity with one or more of the following (Linux, MATLAB, SPM, FSL, fMRI). Strong interpersonal skills, prior research experience, high level of organization with careful attention to detail, and comfort with technical skills are required. This position requires a high degree of motivation and self-sufficiency, although extensive training and supervision will be provided.

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity

This is a one-year term position with renewal dependent upon continuation of funding. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain experience with cognitive neuroscience research, including working with clinical populations in preparation for a graduate career. This position will be fully on site in Cambridge, MA and will require some flexibility in work hours to accommodate occasional evening and/or weekend MRI scan slots.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 052. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

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