Research Project Assistant

at  University of Vermont

POSTING SUMMARY

Work with Principal Investigator to curate genomic and neuroimaging datasets for the ENIGMA Addiction Consortium Study, a federally funded research study in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Vermont. Provide technical and administrative assistance and perform data management functions in support of the grant goals. Respond to ENIGMA consortium members for imaging and protocol questions, organize recurring teleconferences and provide logistical support for the annual consortium and other similar scientific conferences. Assist with the creation of illustrations for publications and perform standard statistical analyses.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (OR EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)

Bachelor’s degree in related field and one to three years’ related experience required.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Familiarity with Unix and shell scripting desirable. Programming background including familiarity with R, python, or specialty neuroimaging software (e.g. AFNI, FSL Freesurfer) or specialty genomics software (e.g. PLINK, MACH) highly desirable.

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