Bioscience Research Associate

SRI International•Menlo Park, CA

About The Position

The Center for Health Sciences is seeking a highly motivated research associate (RA) to support the NIH-sponsored Adolescent Brain and Cognitive Development (ABCD) study. The RA will get training and hands-on experience with neuroscience and applied and developmental psychological measures. If you’re looking to get experience in a lab conducting cutting-edge research, you’ll find it here! SRI International, an 80-year strong pioneering research institute, has a rich history supporting government and industry. Our innovations have created new industries, billions of dollars in market value and lasting benefits to society. Our organization is driven by impact - delivering unique solutions for the world's important challenges and transforming ideas into reality for clients and partners.

Requirements

BA/BS in psychology, neuroscience, physiology, or a related field
Good organizational skills and experience in implementing complex and multiple tasks
Ability to work well with people, including children and adolescents, to elicit best efforts in testing
Experience with computer-driven devices
Ability to keep a tight schedule, follow through with attention to detail, and to work variable hours, including weekends
Team player
New Grads are encouraged to apply

Nice To Haves

Experience of principles of sound research design and data collection
Experience collecting data such as neuropsychological tests from adolescents

Responsibilities

Collecting multiple types of data from participants (adolescents, adults)
MRI scan
Administering computerized neuropsychological tests
Participant interviews
Collecting biosamples
Managing participant records
Tracking progress of studies
Entering data into a database
Adhering to deadlines set by the investigator
Comply with governmental regulations and SRI policies regarding health and safety issues
Function independently to safely operate sophisticated MRI equipment