Research Assistant Lab

Job Summary

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

• Data acquisition using behavioral and neuroimaging techniques (MRI).
• Data entry, data checking, and quality control procedures.
• Subject recruitment and enrollment through community outreach and advertising.
• Serve as an interface among several collaborating lab groups.
• Maintain participant databases.
• Score and process data.
• Assist with administrative tasks.

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

• B.A. or B.S. preferred.
• Proficiency with basic computing packages such as MS Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following:
  Linux, MATLAB, SPM, FSL, fMRI.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• High level of organization with careful attention to detail.
• Comfort with technical skills.
• High degree of motivation and self-sufficiency. Extensive training and supervision will be provided.

• Standard hours: 35 hours per week.
• Visa sponsorship: unavailable.
• Pre-employment screening: identity.
• Location:
  
  Cambridge, MA; fully on site.
• One-year term position with renewal dependent upon continuation of funding.
• Requires flexibility for occasional evening and/or weekend MRI scan slots.

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

• 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.

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