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Job Title: | EEG MRI Research Assistant (Research Professional 1) - Part-Time |
Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 20, Work Type: Regular |
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Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
Benefits: | Unspecified. |
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Physical Required: | Unspecified |
Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
Education Required: | Bachelor's Degree |
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Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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Job Description: |
Job ID360676
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyResearch-Support
Full/Part TimePart-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code8352P1
Employee ClassCivil Service
About the Job
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Minnesota is seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) EEG MRI research assistant (Research Professional 1). The successful candidate will join a team that will use EEG and brain imaging methods to advance the understanding of mental health conditions such as psychosis. The assistant will develop, implement and oversee the EEG collection and analysis work flows. These work flows will quantify EEG metrics. The EEG MRI Research Assistant will be involved in all aspects of EEG, including collection of EEG data in an MRI environment, assembly of comparison EEG data, development of computer processing of EEG data, creation of processing workflows and development of statistical analysis and report generation The candidate will assist in the analysis of MRI data collected on patients. S/he will create, test, debug and verify new and improved workflows as new ideas are proposed and additional data is added to the pool. The EEG MRI Research Assistant will be part of the team that develops and applies complex algorithms which integrate these brain imaging metrics with other participant specific quantifiable measures.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
* Perform and oversee collection of research EEG during MRI scans on patient and control populations (50%) * Assemble and organize relevant and available EEG and other data for use in determining population norms for imaging metrics. (10%) * Determine and apply image quality metrics to ensure rejection of unusable EEG and MRI data. (10%) * Develop, implement and verify analysis pipelines for EEG data. (10%) * Develop analysis methods and algorithms that further the goal of understanding mechanisms of mental health (10%) * Communicate the methods developed and implemented for the project to colleagues, at conferences and in publications. (10%)
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
* BA/BS or a combination of education and work experience to equal four years. * Excellent analytical and statistical skills. * Ability and experience in collecting EEG data from human research subjects. * Excellent analytical and statistical skills. * Ability to work safely within the MR environment. * Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. * The ability to articulate technical processes verbally and in writing. * Highly motivated to learn new technical skills. * Able to lift and carry 25 pounds on a regular basis. * Willing and able to work some evening and weekend hours to cover scans, as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience working in a team environment with people with diverse expertise * Research experience and ability to work independently * Experience integrating EEG data with demographic, diagnostic and other patient centric information using statistical software
About the Department
The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences consists of an outstanding team of researchers, clinicians, and educators who provide world-class expertise in psychiatric illness, treatment, scholarship, and scientific discovery. Our mission is to: Create and disseminate new knowledge in the science of mental health Provide effective and innovative clinical care programs to alleviate the suffering of mental illness and promote mental resilience Train the next generation of interprofessional experts who will be leaders in Minnesota and beyond Engage in compassionate and vigorous outreach and advocacy on issues relevant to psychiatric illness, treatment, and research You can find more information on our website at .
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
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