Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
The Fields lab utilizes advanced neuroimaging techniques combined with cognitive assessments, patient reported outcomes and laboratory evaluations to understand the impact of anemia on brain development and aging. We are seeking a lab member to 1) perform innovative data analyses on neuroimaging data investigating the intersection of hematologic disorders and brain development, 2) develop and implement computer algorithms for analyzing data acquired in a neuroimaging-focused, neuroscience lab and 3) aid in data collection. The position also provides an opportunity to disseminate findings through publication and presentation at scientific meetings if desired.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and implement computer algorithms and software for analyzing functional and structural MRI data of the brain and maintain data analysis programs developed over time for those data for neuroimaging-related neuroscience research purposes.
Develop and apply advanced statistical and analytical approaches to neuroimaging and related data using Python for the purpose of analyzing neuroimaging data.
Evaluate and resolve software problems for both existing and developing analysis streams for the purpose of processing and analyzing neuroimaging data.
Prepare program descriptions and documentation both for newly developed and existing analysis software for the purpose of processing and analyzing neuroimaging data.
Collect neuroimaging data from study participants.
Working Conditions
Job Location/Working Conditions
Normal office environment.
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at desk or table.
Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
Equipment
Office equipment.
Lab/research equipment.
Clinical/diagnostic equipment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications /Professional Licenses :
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications /Professional Licenses :
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
3D Slicer, C (Programming Language), C++ Programming Language, Communication, Computer Languages, FreeSurfer, Hardware Configurations, Linux Bash Shell, Psychological Evaluations, Python (Programming Language), Python Matplotlib, Research Labs, Scanning Probe Microscopy (SPM), Software Packages, Statistical Packages, Visual Aesthetics
Grade
G11
Salary Range
$53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
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