Research Assistant Position
The Cognitive Neuroimaging Laboratory at Georgetown University Medical Center is seeking to hire a full time research assistant for a multimodal MRI project with Alzheimer's disease.
Responsibilities include interviewing and scheduling subjects, conducting behavioural and neuropsychological tests, collecting MRI data, keeping track of data collection and quality, as well as general lab management, for example, IRB related paperwork. In addition, training to analyze behavioural and MRI data will be provided.
Job Requirements
-A bachelor's degree in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, physics, or social science.
-Must be able to work effectively with others, and be very organized, self-motivated, independent, and able to multitask efficiently.
-Strong communication skill is essential; previous experience with older adults and/or patient population is a plus.
-Strong math and computer skills (e.g., MATLAB, Linux) and programming experience are not required, but desired if you are also interested in learning how to analyze MRI data.
-A minimum commitment of two years
This position is ideal for someone interested in pursuing a career in cognitive neuroscience, cognitive psychology, neuroimaging, and/or medical school (with an interest in neurology), The research team includes neuroscientists, neurologists, clinical psychologists, and medical doctors.
Please send a CV, contact of three references, and a brief statement of background skills and interests to Dr. Jiang at xiong.jiang@georgetown.edu.
Georgetown University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.
