Research Support- Limited Term; MURTY

About the Position

The Research Administration Support role provides essential administrative and operational assistance for research projects and laboratory activities. This role ensures compliance with funding and institute policies, supports lab coordination, and promotes efficient research operations. It is a one-year research assistant position under the supervision of Dr. Ratan Murty.

• Assist with documentation, compliance tracking, and reporting for research projects.
• Collaborate in preparing and submitting research proposals, supporting detailed budget development and financial monitoring.
• Help maintain inventory, coordinate equipment upkeep, and support safety compliance efforts.
• Ensure research activities follow institutional, state, and federal regulations.
• Participate in training on research policies, lab safety, and compliance standards.
• Serve as a point of contact between researchers, funding sources, and institutional offices.
• Organize and manage logistics for research meetings, workshops, and presentations to support project goals and stakeholder engagement.
• Maintain and audit research records and compliance documentation to support data integrity and audit readiness.
• Provide administrative support to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

High School Diploma, GED, or Vocational School Diploma. Vocational Training/Degree may be preferred or required (some profiles may require additional education).

One or more years of relevant experience.

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Neuroscience, or related field.
• Experience collecting, and/or analyzing, and organizing fMRI data.
• Ability to run day-to-day studies with general study operations.
• Basic QA knowledge.

Pay Range: $20-$22 per hour.

Working knowledge of research lab equipment and support processes. Skills in data organization, statistical analysis, and use of statistical and scientific computer applications are required.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services.

Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination based on race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status, and prohibits discrimination based on citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where required by law or regulation.

Atlanta, GA.

This is a 12‑month, limited‑term position subject to the availability of funding thereafter. All employment and assignments are ultimately contingent upon available funding, business needs, and performance of the assignment. Georgia Tech retains the right to terminate this assignment at any time for cause or convenience; in either case, Georgia Tech’s obligation shall be limited to payment for hours and/or days worked prior to the termination date.

The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre‑employment background screening.