Research Assistant I RESEARCH NEUROLOGY LMK
About The Position
The Research Assistant I supports the Principal Investigator and study team in coordinating research activities, including routine experiments using established methodologies, data collection and management, and other assigned research tasks. The role contributes to epidemiological and population-based research and may involve patient identification, recruitment and scheduling, informed consent, clinical, cognitive, and research assessments, and coordination of research visits and longitudinal follow-up. The position also supports study documentation and regulatory requirements and works closely with patients, physicians, and a multidisciplinary research team. The ideal candidate is interested in movement disorders, cognitive neuroscience, and deep brain stimulation (DBS).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a science field; the posting specifies a degree in neuroscience, psychology, biology, cognitive science, biomedical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Programming experience using MATLAB, R, and Python.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Careful attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
- Computer literacy, including database tools.
- Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.
- Ability to interact comfortably with patients and manage multiple research responsibilities independently while working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Nice To Haves
- New graduate with some relevant coursework; 0–1 year preferred.
- Prior experience in clinical or human-subjects research.
- Experience with REDCap.
- Experience with neuroimaging or brain connectivity analysis.
- Experience with neuropsychological or cognitive testing.
- Experience with neurological patient populations.
- Strong interest in movement disorders, cognitive neuroscience, and deep brain stimulation.
Responsibilities
- Collect, manage, manipulate, analyze, and report research data.
- Manage study cohorts.
- Communicate with study subjects, conduct mailings, follow up on mailings, and obtain necessary documents.
- Assist with epidemiological studies and other population-based research.
- Identify, recruit, and schedule patients.
- Obtain informed consent.
- Administer clinical, cognitive, and research assessments.
- Maintain regulatory and study documentation.
- Assist with coordinating DBS research visits and longitudinal follow-up.
- Support the Principal Investigator and study team with research activities and routine experiments using established methodologies.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
- Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
