Job Description

The study will be using magnetic resonance (MR), spectroscopy (MRS), and imaging (MRI) to monitor normal and abnormal neonatal brain maturation with the long-term goal of understanding the anatomical and functional growth of the developing brain.

The MRS and MRI studies will be complemented with established and ongoing cell and molecular biological methods performed by collaborators in the study.

The Staff Research Associate (SRA) will be primarily involved in assisting the imaging scans at the hospital, data collection and storage, and helping collaborators and group members in data analyses. The position will also include some administrative work to aid the smooth operation of the lab. Duties include aiding in lab organization, order placement, and participating in the general care and maintenance of the equipment.

of time

Essential Function (Yes/No)

Key Responsibilities

(To be completed by Supervisor)

25

Yes

Under supervision, assisting in imaging and custom spectroscopy acquisitions by identifying consistent regions of interests and prescription for the technologists during the imaging exam.

20

YesUnder supervision, Image processing using custom-built pipelines and open-source packages

10

YesUnder supervision, perform data analysis of MR data using statistical packages such as R or Matlab

5

YesAssisting nurses and technicians in the imaging suite, i.e. moving equipment and help maintaining proper workflow.

10

Yes

Under supervision:

Routine maintenance of existing databases

Build and optimize computer scripts for data collection and storage

10

YesAssisting collaborators and other group members in obtaining and sorting data from our existing database

10

Yes

Administrative tasks

Ordering lab supplies

Inventory of lab supplies

Scheduling and organizing maintenance and repair of lab equipment

10

YesAssisting patient scheduling and consent by facilitating between the study team and the scheduler

100%

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Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in biological/related science; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong and proficient computer skills working with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and prior experience working, maintaining on databases
• Demonstrated record of reliability and excellent attendance
• Excellent organizational skills shown by the ability to set priorities, multi-task and work independently to meet various deadlines; and interpersonal skills dealing with a diverse group level of staff
• Possess basic related scientific techniques, procedures and safety as learned from an academic laboratory or field experimental experience.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills; and familiarity with medical imaging and image processing

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working or familiarity with magnetic resonance (MR), spectroscopy (MRS), and imaging (MRI)