Laboratory/Technical Assistant Casual (Multiple Vacancies)
About The Position
Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Laboratory/Technical Assistant (Research Assistant). Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Laboratory/Technical Assistant (Research Assistant) will assist in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Gluck Lab in the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience, facilitating research studies and data analysis. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Supporting research studies for the Rutgers African American Brain Health Initiative ( AABHI ) Conducting health screenings and assesses the eligibility of study candidates for the AABHI and other studies Administering neuropsychological and physical tests to study participants, performing initial data interpretation and archiving data Administering fMRI scans and assisting other laboratory personnel with analysis Running Polysomnography ( PSG ) device to conduct nap/sleep studies and working with laboratory personnel on analysis Working with laboratory personnel helping to develop and implement new cognitive tasks Coordinating community and University-based educational events for survivors of sexual violence This position is 100% grant funded. Overview Our brains determine who we are; how we see, hear, and smell, how we move, touch, and talk, how we remember and forget, how we feel, expect, and plan. The mission of the Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience ( CMBN ) of School of Arts & Sciences, Newark ( SASN ) is to advance understanding of the brain’s structure and function through excellence in neuroscience research and training. Our researchers pursue this goal through an integrative approach that cuts across the boundaries of traditional disciplines. They combine molecular, electrophysiological, neurochemical, anatomical, imaging, behavioral, and neuropsychological methods to analyze how the brain works, develops, interacts with the environment, and is modified by experience in health and disease. CMBN is also committed to serving the academic and surrounding Newark communities through educational outreach, community service, and research internship programs that train undergraduate and high school students.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate degree is a plus
- Experience in writing research protocols, grants, and scientific publications is a plus
- Experience with the administration and interpretation of neuropsychological assessments is preferred
Responsibilities
- Supporting research studies for the Rutgers African American Brain Health Initiative ( AABHI )
- Conducting health screenings and assesses the eligibility of study candidates for the AABHI and other studies
- Administering neuropsychological and physical tests to study participants, performing initial data interpretation and archiving data
- Administering fMRI scans and assisting other laboratory personnel with analysis
- Running Polysomnography ( PSG ) device to conduct nap/sleep studies and working with laboratory personnel on analysis
- Working with laboratory personnel helping to develop and implement new cognitive tasks
- Coordinating community and University-based educational events for survivors of sexual violence
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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