Research Engineering/scientist Associate I

eureka.utexas.edu

Austin, TX, US
Base: $40,000 + depending on qualifications; bonus...
Bachelor's degree in psychology or stem field
Comfortable working in mr scanner environment
Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
This position supports ongoing and new research studies in the Fonzo Lab and the Charmaine & Gordon McGill Center for Psychedelic Research and Therapy at Dell Medical School

Job Summary

  • This position supports ongoing and new research studies in the Fonzo Lab and the Charmaine & Gordon McGill Center for Psychedelic Research and Therapy at Dell Medical School.
  • The role involves developing, conducting, and analyzing research projects while assisting with subject recruitment, administrative duties, and manuscript preparation.
  • Candidates must be comfortable working in an MR scanner environment and interacting with individuals living with psychiatric disorders, with on-the-job training provided for specific technical tasks.

Matching Summary

This position supports ongoing and new research studies in the Fonzo Lab and the Charmaine & Gordon McGill Center for Psychedelic Research and Therapy at Dell Medical School.

Salary

Base: $40,000+ depending on qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in psychology or STEM field
  • Comfortable working in MR scanner environment
  • Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
  • High level of self-care and stress management skills
  • Willingness to train and oversee volunteers

Nice-to-have

  • Prior research experience in human subjects biomedical lab
  • Experience with MRI and EEG acquisition or analysis
  • Background in programming, statistics, and imaging methods
  • Experience with standardized behavioral assessments
  • Strong critical thinking and attention to detail

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, neuroscience, engineering, computer science, or STEM-related field
  • Must be comfortable working in an MR scanner environment
  • Must be willing to occasionally work nights and/or weekends
  • Criminal history background check required for finalists

Work Rights

Not specified

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