Job Description
Job Description Summary:
We are recruiting for a full-time research assistant position with the Physiology of Walking & Engineering Rehabilitation (PoWER) Laboratory at the Institute for Human Neuroscience at Boys Town National Research Hospital (humanpowerlab.org).
We are looking for a friendly, outgoing applicant with the ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure. Applicants with interest and previous experience in research and/or interest in physical or occupational therapy will be given preference, but the PoWER Lab maintains a broad umbrella of existing projects and primarily seeks the best candidates to join our team. Major research-dedicated tools in the Institute include two 306-sensor Neo Magnetoencephalographic (MEG) systems, Optically Pumped Magnetometry (OPM), high-density EEG for mobile brain imaging, and a 3T Siemens Prisma magnet. The PoWER lab also has state-of-the-art equipment for the biomechanical analysis of human movement, and several upper and lower extremity robotic devices that are used during therapy and motor learning/control experiments.
Successful applicants will have extensive opportunities to learn the latest neuroscience/biomechanical methods, conduct hands-on research with human participants, receive daily clinical experience, as well as one on one patient interactions, and co-author manuscripts.
Schedule: Full time, Monday Friday. Weekend and Evening availability is required.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: - Assists in the preparation of stimuli and development of appropriate test procedures.
- Assists in research tool preparation, data collection, and procedures in research studies which may include animals, human subjects, etc.
- Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions and results.
- Adheres to lab safety standards.
- Maintains a detailed record of test conditions and results.
- Assists in the calibration, maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment and workspace.
- Assists in data collection and data analysis. Reports findings and project outcomes to the principal investigator and involved staff.
- Assists in the design, construction, and maintenance of electronic devices used in laboratories, including PCs, audio equipment, and special purpose interfaces.
- Assists in the recruitment, scheduling, and testing in research studies using animal or human subjects.
- Uses computers to analyze and plot results of experiments.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: - Ability to apply knowledge gained through coursework in psychology, speech and hearing, biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and/or computer science.
- Ability to operate and calibrate lab equipment and other electronic devices.
- Ability to operate a personal computer and audio equipment.
- Ability to apply math aptitude in order to perform data analyses and generate results.
- Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work directly with laboratory staff personnel and principal investigators.
- Job requires interpersonal skills, close attention to details, math aptitude, independent analytical thinking, organizational skills and flexibility in duties performed.
- Ability to participate in continuing education programs regarding laboratory safe practices.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - High school diploma required.
- Minimum of one year of college coursework or equivalent experience required.
- Based on area of assignment, bilingual skills may be required.
- If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of transfer or hire required.
- Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative(CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Coursework with an emphasis in psychology, speech and hearing, biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, or a research related area is preferred.
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