Research Assistant I - CASI Lab

Boys Town • Omaha, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We have an opening for a full-time Research Assistant in the Cognitive and Sensory Imaging Laboratory (CASI Lab) at the Institute for Human Neuroscience at Boys Town National Research Hospital. Successful candidates will have a BA/BS in psychology, neuroscience, biology, or a related field, with a demonstrated interest in research. Applicants with interest and previous experience in early childhood development and/or adolescent development, developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, or neuroscience will be given preference, but most importantly, the CASI Lab seeks to find the best team players to join our group. They will join a vibrant and growing group of cognitive neuroscientists in Omaha using state-of-the-art neuroimaging equipment and resources at the Institute for Human Neuroscience, with ample opportunities for career development and training in preparation for graduate school or other long-term translational research pursuits. Major research-dedicated tools include two 306-sensor Neo MEG systems, a high-density whole-head OPM system, a 3T Siemens Prisma magnet, brain stimulation equipment, and other cutting-edge neuroscience tools. Successful applicants will have ample opportunity to learn the latest neuroimaging methods, conduct hands-on research with human participants, and author and co-author manuscripts. More information about the CASI Lab can be found at this link: https://www.instituteforhumanneuroscience.org/casi-lab. Please submit a resume and a one-page cover letter detailing research experience and goals. Reference letters will be requested at a later time. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Start dates are negotiable but could be as early as September 1, 2026.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of one year of college coursework or equivalent experience required.
• Based on area of assignment, bilingual skills may be required.
• If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of transfer or hire required.
• Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required.

Nice To Haves

• BA/BS in psychology, neuroscience, biology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in research.
• Interest and previous experience in early childhood development and/or adolescent development, developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, or neuroscience.
• Coursework with an emphasis in psychology, biology, and Neuroscience, or a research related area is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of stimuli and development of appropriate test procedures.
• Assists in research tool preparation, data collection, and procedures in research studies which may include animals, human subjects, etc.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions and results.
• Adheres to lab safety standards.
• Maintains a detailed record of test conditions and results.
• Assists in the calibration, maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment and workspace.
• Assists in data collection and data analysis. Reports findings and project outcomes to the principal investigator and involved staff.
• Assists in the design, construction, and maintenance of electronic devices used in laboratories, including PCs, audio equipment, and special purpose interfaces.
• Assists in the recruitment, scheduling, and testing in research studies using animal or human subjects.
• Uses computers to analyze and plot results of experiments.

Benefits

• Reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits.
• Low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.
• No cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.
• Generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account.
• Tuition assistance.
• Parenting resources from experts.
• Professional development opportunities within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED