Research Associate , Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute

Position Summary

The SRA serves as the key staff member responsible for data management and data analysis of PET imaging data obtained as part of a multicenter clinical trial. The role includes recruiting older individuals to the Berkeley Aging Cohort Study, performing neuropsychological testing, managing databases, creating simple reports, and assisting during imaging studies (MRI and PET scanning).

The First Review Date for this job is:
May 18, 2026. For full consideration, please apply on or before this date.

• Recruit older individuals to the Berkeley Aging Cohort Study and review screening questionnaires to determine enrollment eligibility; compile data into datasets suitable for analysis.
• Perform neuropsychological testing, manage databases with results, download and collate data from multiple databases, and review test results to assess substantial change; assist during imaging studies (MRI and PET scanning).
• Use existing software and modify it to extract quantitative data from various image types.
• Use standard statistical software to perform statistical hypothesis testing.
• Prepare reports in written and graphical forms.
• Collaborate with other researchers and the principal investigator to develop analysis plans and explore data.

• Familiarity with MATLAB and/or Python or other programming languages.
• Experience with statistics and statistical software such as SPSS or R.
• Familiarity with multiple operating systems, especially Linux/Unix.
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and good record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and reliably.
• Good interpersonal skills and communication ability.

• Experience with PET or MR or other medical images.
• Experience with human subjects research.
• Some experience working with databases.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $28.69 (Step 1) – $29.36 (Step 2). This is a non‑exempt, bi‑weekly paid position.

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

• This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Research Support Professionals Unit (RX) between the University of California and the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..html
• This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H‑1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.
• This position is eligible for up to 40% remote work. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs and are subject to change.

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct;

have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy, Abusive Conduct in the Workplace.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.