Research Assistant

Title: Research Assistant

Location: Upper East Side

Org Unit: Sackler Institute

Work Days:

Weekly Hours: 35.00

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $22.03 - $30.00

*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Position Summary

We are seeking two full-time Research Assistants to support projects using precision functional MRI (PFM) and targeted brain stimulation to study brain-symptom dynamics in unipolar and bipolar depression. The RAs will work closely with the PI and senior team members on all aspects of study execution, including recruitment, data collection, and analysis. These positions provide excellent opportunities for professional growth, including training in advanced neuroimaging methods, participation in conference presentations, assistance with manuscript preparation, and potential for independent research contributions.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinates the recruitment and enrollment of study participants. Assesses patient eligibility for inclusion in clinical trials. Ensures proper consent protocols have been followed for study participation.

• Assists with departmental mailings, including patient medical records. Ensures accuracy of recipient contact information and location for correct delivery.

• Conducts literature reviews and gains expert familiarity with protocols that will be used as templates.

• Assists in creation of study database.

• Manages and enters collected data into study database.

• Conducts qualitative coding and thematic analysis of study data.

• May perform statistical analysis of research data.

• Assists in the preparation of materials, submissions and renewals to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) or IACUC.

• Assists faculty in the preparation of grant submissions and associated documentation, which may include just-in-time documents, progress reports, routing forms, abstracts and manuscripts.

• Performs other related duties as directed.

Education

• High School Diploma

Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Ccience, or a related field.

? Prior experience in human subjects research, neuroimaging, or brain stimulation preferred.

? Familiarity with TMS, DTI, fMRI, PFM, wearable devices, and/or EMA is a plus.

? Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and in a team, along with empathy, patience, and professionalism in working with individuals experiencing severe mood symptoms.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Statistical and database management experience, including proficiency in SPSS and/or RedCap.

• Previous clinical research experience is helpful.

• Knowledge of medical terminology is helpful.

Licenses and Certifications

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Standard office work

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