Research Assistant Roanoke State of Virginia Virginia Commensurate Data sci

Position: Research Assistant Roanoke State of Virginia Virginia · · Commensurate with Experience Data sci[...]
# Research Assistant Roanoke State of Virginia
· Virginia Role:
Data scientist

First seen:
Jul 6, 2026

Closes:
Not listed

Salary:
Commensurate with Experience Apply on the Virginia portal→Applications go through the state’s official system — Civic Works only tracks the posting.## Summary The Halassa Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech Carilion seeks a Research Assistant to support investigations of brain circuits involved in cognitive function. The role focuses on programming behavioral tasks, developing analysis pipelines, and working with mice and tree shrews using techniques including electrophysiology, optogenetics, and computational approaches.

The position offers opportunities to contribute to publications and attend scientific conferences.### Key qualifications
* Demonstrated ability to organize and analyze experimental data with strong programming experience
* Excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrated team collaboration ability
* Computer programming skills in languages such as MATLAB, Python, or Arduino
* Experience in a professional research setting (preferred)
* Familiarity with neuroscience, biology, psychology, or related coursework
* Fundamental interest in animal models and behavioral research
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