Research Scientist
About The Position
RESEARCH SCIENTIST POSITION AT THE CENTER FOR COGNITIVE AND BEHAVIORAL BRAIN IMAGING (CCBBI) Position Summary The Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Brain Imaging (CCBBI) at The Ohio State University is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist to join our team. The Research Scientist will maintain an active program of research aligned with the mission of the Center, which includes conduct and dissemination of human neuroscience research, pursuit of extramural funding, and presentations at national and international conferences. The program of research may include both independent and collaborative projects. The position also plays a central role in supporting CCBBI’s scientific and training initiatives, including assistance with extramural funding, education and workshops, scanner operations, TMS facility management, and programmatic efforts to advance innovation in neuroimaging. This position is a one-year appointment, renewable contingent on satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
Requirements
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Neuroscience, Psychology, or a related field.
- At least three years of postdoctoral experience.
- Extensive experience with functional MRI approaches for studying human brain function.
- Thorough familiarity with programming and analysis in MATLAB and/or Python.
- Strong record of peer-reviewed publications and productivity beyond the postdoctoral level.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) for human neuroscience research.
- Experience with GitHub/GitLab repositories and collaborative coding practices.
- Background in teaching or training researchers in neuroimaging acquisition, processing, and analysis.
- Experience assisting in grant writing and securing external funding.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
- Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
- State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
