Research Study Assistant

Columbia University; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,236,000 - 37,250,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbia University in New York, NY is seeking a part-time Research Study Assistant to support the lab's image processing and analysis efforts. Under supervision by the principal investigator, you will help ensure ongoing projects run smoothly and meet targets.

The role requires a high school diploma, 6 months of related experience, and familiarity with MR images, Linux, and MS Office tools. This temporary position offers 20 hours per week and ends 2/28/2027.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and at least 6 months of related experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Familiarity with MR images, Linux OS, and related software is expected.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the PI and clinical research coordinators on image processing needs and priorities.
• Review study MRI images using the lab’s established software tools.
• Record image processing assessments in the lab’s database.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Linux familiarity

MRI image software knowledge

Education

Highschool diploma

Tools

MS Office

Linux OS

Job description

• Job Type: Support Staff - Non-Union
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• End Date if Temporary: 2/28/2027
• Hours Per Week: 20
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $22.50-$22.50

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Under general supervision by the principal investigator, the Research Study Assistant will help the lab’s image processing and analysis to ensure that ongoing projects in the lab run smoothly and meet targets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating with PI and clinical research coordinators on image processing needs and priorities
• Review of study MRI images using the lab’s established software tools.
• Recording image processing assessments in the lab’s database.
• Performing other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Highschool diploma.
• 6 months of related experience.
• Intermediate to advanced level MS Office skills.

Other Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with MR images, the Linux operating system and computer software.

• Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
• Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.