Research Assistant 2

at  Oregon Health Science University

Function/Duties of Position:
We are looking for a Research Assistant 2 to join the Papé Family Pediatric Research Institute, Neuroscience Section. Our research focuses on the effects of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and sleep on the developing brain. We use imaging (MRI) and different sleep measurements to understand how waste is eliminated from the brain in normal individuals, and in those who suffered from TBI.
The person joining the lab will be tasked with study data entry and analysis, assisting with multiple study-related events (recruitment, consenting, appointments, etc.), and helping with other general lab duties.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in relevant field OR Associate’s AND 3 years of relevant experience OR 4 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Comfortable learning new software.
• Ability to work and problem solve independently.
• Willingness to learn and work with research subjects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in imaging research (MRI acquisition and processing).
• Familiarity with imaging processing software (FSL, FreeSurfer, AFNI, MATLAB).
• Recruiting and consenting for research studies.
• Basic understanding of coding (familiarity with linux, Python, C, and/or other programming languages).

Additional Details:
Upload cover letter and resume. Please be sure to include months and years to the resume for jobs/experience.
All are welcome: Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu

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