Hybrid Research Assistant en Mass General Brigham
Mass General Brigham · Belmont, Estados Unidos De América · Hybrid
- Oficina en Belmont
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Job Summary
The Brain Stimulation Mechanisms Laboratory (BSML) is seeking a self-motivated applicant to join the Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Research (TMS) Program in the Division of Depression and Anxiety Disorders at McLean Hospital. We aim to understand the neural mechanisms of non-invasive brain stimulation including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and to leverage this knowledge to improve clinical effectiveness. Works under supervision and with support of, advanced level research assistants, post-doctoral fellows, program coordinator, and Principal Investigator
Supervisor available to handle unusual situations and regularly reviews work
Executes experimental human protocols
Assists PI with deciding the most suitable methodology
Performs basic design and modification of protocols
Calculates, transcribes and analyzes data
Prepares and presents data
Maintains and orders supplies
Perform a variety of routine tests following established methodologies
Can perform with supervision experiments involving neurophysiology, neuroimaging, neuromodulation, neurobehavioral and laboratory assays
Record data; summarize and analyze results using basic statistics
Prepare lab reagents, instruments and equipment
Supervised literature searches
Design and modification of protocols
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
New grad with some relevant coursework 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Careful attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
- Computer literacy, including database tools.
- Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
- Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
- Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
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Pay Range
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Grade
5
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