(Remote) Senior Research Scientist - Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute

West Virginia University • West Virginia, WV

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) at West Virginia University is seeking a Senior Research Scientist specialized in Neurodegenerative Research to drive progress within the RNI's Innovation Center team. This role involves collaborative research at an R1 institution focused on advancing the science and clinical research of neurodegenerative diseases. The position will support personalized medicine initiatives, including focused ultrasound neuromodulation, lifestyle interventions, and early prognostic indicators. The RNI has an extensive patient registry and has seen significant growth in publications, grants, and intellectual property related to neurodegenerative conditions. This position is primarily remote, with occasional onsite presence required. It is not a faculty position and does not require fundraising or proof of prior grant awards. The role will advance WVU's research and development missions by coordinating and implementing operational tasks for various research projects within the RNI.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree in a psychology, psychiatry, public health, behavioral health-related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience involving: Scientific research methods with memory and movement disorder population
• Data analysis and interpretation of behavioral, cognitive, and clinical data
• Evidence of multiple scientific publications, including first authorship publications
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple research projects simultaneously.
• Experience with electrophysiological devices (EEG, EMG, EDA, ECG, Eye tracking) as well as wearables
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations
• Ability to create, annotate and maintain detailed record
• Demonstrated ability to operate a computer utilizing various software packages, including creating spreadsheets, charts, graphs, etc.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical guidelines and regulations related to clinical trials and neuroimaging research
• Working knowledge of scientific research methods and Institutional Review Board policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively prepare and present information on complex neuroimaging findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to conduct data analytics and preparation of reports
• Ability to write and be awarded grants

Nice To Haves

• MD and/or PhD in psychology, psychiatry, neuroscience, public health, behavioral health-related field.
• Experience conducting clinical trials in participants with neurological diseases.
• Experience setting up and conducting neuroimaging protocol
• Experience Publishing and Presenting scientific reports.
• Working with industry and academic partners on collaborative research efforts
• Protecting confidential information including protected health identifiers of patients enrolled in clinical trials and intellectual property.
• Completing and submitting federal awards (NIH, NSF, DOD).

Responsibilities

• Work with the RNI Innovation Center research team to carry out research projects and clinical trials focused on understanding and improving patients’ outcomes.
• Utilize tools such as electrophysiological, neuromodulation, cognitive batteries, and subjective questionnaires to measure, assess, and improve the monitoring, assessment, and treatment of patients.
• Meet with research participants to describe research protocols, gain informed consent, carry out follow-up visits and other duties as outlined in the research protocols.
• Design and oversee the implementation of clinical studies, ensuring that research protocols are scientifically rigorous and ethically sound.
• Supervise researchers and technicians, providing guidance and training on study protocols.
• Present research findings at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior researchers and students involved in the program.
• Stay abreast of developments in the field of neuromodulation, gene therapy, and innovative treatments integrating new knowledge into the program's research agenda.
• Participant in grant writing and applications for funding opportunities if necessary.

Benefits

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6%25 employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks.
• Wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree