Part Time Research Assistant

Virginia Tech•Roanoke, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Virginia Tech’s Fralin Biomedical Research Institute seeks a part-time Research Assistant to support Dr. Stephen LaConte’s lab in Roanoke, Virginia. The LaConte lab develops advanced neuroimaging acquisition and data-analysis approaches for basic scientific discovery and for understanding and rehabilitating neurological and psychiatric diseases. A major focus is temporally adaptive brain state (TABS) fMRI, an approach pioneered by the lab. This role offers research experience in a diverse, active scientific environment and an opportunity to learn about neurological and psychiatric diseases. It is suited to a motivated, detail-oriented person who enjoys interacting with others, contributing to a research team, and managing multiple project duties. The position is up to 32 hours per week and pays starting at $19.23 per hour, commensurate with experience. It is a restricted appointment and is non-exempt, making it eligible for overtime. The successful candidate must undergo a criminal conviction check.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience with engineering, neuroscience, psychology, biology, or a related field.
Demonstrated organizational skills and acknowledgement of safety protocols.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
Demonstrated communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and exceptional time-management skills.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Suite.
Ability to sit or stand at a lab bench for extended periods of time.