Research Associate I

University of Massachusetts Medical School•Worcester, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Research Associate I provides operational support to the laboratory. The Research Associate I will perform research experiments as defined by the PI. The Hemond Lab at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School is seeking a Research Associate for investigations of human, in-vivo MRI biomarker development, assessment and translation for multiple sclerosis. Our laboratory is interdisciplinary and collaborative. We are located at the University Campus in Worcester, MA, which is about 1 hour from both Boston, MA and Providence, RI.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biological or Natural Science, or equivalent experience
Basic understanding of lab safety and protocols
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Ability to analyze data in a quantitative and objective manner.
Ability to work in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Shell/command line (bash or bash equivalent) familiarity and scripting.
Common imaging software includes ITK-SNAP, Freesurfer, FSL, and SPM.
Data science, statistics experience (Spreadsheets, Python, R)
Deep learning experience or implementation (not required but would be a plus — we use MONAI toolbox)
High-performance computer cluster batch analysis
Scientific writing
Excellent organizational skills

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for a single research project
Utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used
Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps under the direction of the PI or designee
Maintain accurate records, may modify protocols with the approval of the PI or designee
Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects
Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol
Assist with performing data analysis and/or mathematical computations
Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice
Present findings at lab/group meetings
Assist with and comply with all safety regulation and infection control standards
Train on IACUC, IRB, EHS, Radiation safety protocols
Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements
Provide support with identifying problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions
Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab
Perform other duties as required