Research Technician

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

7d•$21 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

An opening is available for a Research Assistant position at the Athinoula A. Martinos Center in the Department of Radiology at Massachusetts General Hospital to work on development of enhanced MRI acquisition, reconstruction, and analysis software for brain imaging – specifically on correction of artifacts caused by head motion during MRI and functional MRI (fMRI). This technology can be applied to a variety of widely-used, motion-sensitive MRI scans to reduce image artifacts that impair clinical diagnosis and confound conclusions in MR neuroimaging research. The position requires specialized knowledge of MR physics and strong programming skills, strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities, strong writing and oral communication skills, and the ability to work independently. The Martinos Center offers an excellent training environment and resources for career advancement, as well as a wealth of institutional expertise in all areas of medical imaging. The successful candidate will work within the Laboratories for Computational Neuroimaging (LCN) and will have access to state-of-the-art MR hardware and computational resources at the Athinoula A. Martinos Center, including several 3 T and two 7 T Siemens MRI scanners, a “Tracoline” motion tracking system (TracInnovations), an “AC/DC” B0 shim and RF receive array coil, and high performance computing. This project will bring together experts at the Martinos Center in head motion measurement and correction, fMRI data analysis, image reconstruction, and multi-coil B0 shimming hardware. There will be opportunity for interaction with experts in biomedical imaging within LCN, the Martinos Center, and the wider Boston community. Responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, organizing and preparing samples, conducting experiments, and recording and analyzing data. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a grace period of six months from their hire date (up to 1 year if starting per diem) to provide degree equivalency verification.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Prior laboratory experience, either through academic coursework, internships, or employment 1-2 years preferred
Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
Familiarity with common laboratory equipment and instruments used in research experiments.
Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and scientific software tools.
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey experimental procedures, results, and challenges.
Specialized knowledge of MR physics
Strong programming skills
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
Strong writing and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory experiments following established protocols and procedures.
Prepare and handle samples, reagents, and solutions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety guidelines.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, conducting routine calibration and troubleshooting as needed.
Record experimental data accurately and maintain organized records of procedures, protocols, and results.
Compile and analyze data using appropriate statistical and analytical methods.
Assist in data interpretation and presentation, contributing to research findings and reports.
Maintaining laboratory equipment, organizing and preparing samples, conducting experiments, and recording and analyzing data.