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GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT\: 

A full-time Research Technician position is available at the A.A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging/Center for Neuroimaging in Aging and Neurodegenerative Disorders at Massachusetts General Hospital for an NIH-funded research project studying imaging biomarkers of cognition and disease progression in individuals with neurodegenerative disorders with a focus on Huntington’s disease and Alzheimer Disease in Down Syndrome.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES\:

The responsibilities of the Research Technician I are varied and involve all aspects of research with particular emphasis on the following\:

Acquisition of psychophysiological and brain imaging (MRI, PET) data Implementation and management of data processing pipelines Conducting analyses on all MRI and PET data including structural, diffusion, cerebrovascular perfusion/reactivity, functional MRI; amyloid/tau/glucose PET pre-processing.  Ensuring Q/A Maintenance of well-organized records and reports, data base entry, database management and query resolution Entering data; ensuring that safety reporting is conducted Daily communications with PI Preparation of research reports for publication and dissemination at scientific conferences.  Day to day operations, including running participants through the experimental protocols Trouble shooting Updating lab SOP’s Assisting with statistical analyses  Presenting at lab meetings Assisting with study visits, as requested

A Research Technician II performs the duties of a Research Technician I (above) and may also\: 

Execute protocols of non-routine experiments Assist the PI(s) with determining the most suitable methodology Evaluating new methods for analysis Perform basic design and modification of protocols Prepare and present reports Organize and summarize acquired data, using scientific and statistical techniques. Organize and/or draft material for the preparation of research papers, manuscripts and other documents for publication and/or presentation. Assisting with training and supervision of new staff Working independently under minimal supervision, the incumbent will be responsible for acquiring and analyzing high-resolution structural, diffusion weighted imaging (DWI), resting functional MRI using software developed at the Martinos center. Additional responsibilities will include group level statistical analyses, use of prediction models/support vector machines/machine learning approaches.  *

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT\: 

A full-time Research Technician position is available at the A.A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging/Center for Neuroimaging in Aging and Neurodegenerative Disorders at Massachusetts General Hospital for an NIH-funded research project studying imaging biomarkers of cognition and disease progression in individuals with neurodegenerative disorders with a focus on Huntington’s disease and Alzheimer Disease in Down Syndrome.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES\:

The responsibilities of the Research Technician I are varied and involve all aspects of research with particular emphasis on the following\:

Acquisition of psychophysiological and brain imaging (MRI, PET) data Implementation and management of data processing pipelines Conducting analyses on all MRI and PET data including structural, diffusion, cerebrovascular perfusion/reactivity, functional MRI; amyloid/tau/glucose PET pre-processing.  Ensuring Q/A Maintenance of well-organized records and reports, data base entry, database management and query resolution Entering data; ensuring that safety reporting is conducted Daily communications with PI Preparation of research reports for publication and dissemination at scientific conferences.  Day to day operations, including running participants through the experimental protocols Trouble shooting Updating lab SOP’s Assisting with statistical analyses  Presenting at lab meetings Assisting with study visits, as requested

A Research Technician II performs the duties of a Research Technician I (above) and may also\: 

Execute protocols of non-routine experiments Assist the PI(s) with determining the most suitable methodology Evaluating new methods for analysis Perform basic design and modification of protocols Prepare and present reports Organize and summarize acquired data, using scientific and statistical techniques. Organize and/or draft material for the preparation of research papers, manuscripts and other documents for publication and/or presentation. Assisting with training and supervision of new staff Working independently under minimal supervision, the incumbent will be responsible for acquiring and analyzing high-resolution structural, diffusion weighted imaging (DWI), resting functional MRI using software developed at the Martinos center. Additional responsibilities will include group level statistical analyses, use of prediction models/support vector machines/machine learning approaches.  *

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED\:

Excellent and effective written and oral communication skills. Solid PC-based skills are needed in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation programs.   Proficiency with MatLab, Linux, Python especially desirable. Proficiency in statistics and programs such as SPSS are especially desirable.  Ability to work independently and as a team member.  Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems. Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to maintain accurate records. 

EDUCATION\: 

 Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science or related field. 

 

EXPERIENCE\: 

 At least one year of related research experience is preferred.

Prior experience in working with human brain imaging data using common software packages (e.g. FreeSurfer, FSL, SPM, AFNI) is a plus but not required. 

The ideal candidate would have strong experience with MATLAB and UNIX/LINUX. Programming skills for other languages also helpful. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable)\: 

No direct supervision, but Research Technician II will train students and staff and serve as team leader for Research Tech I.

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SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED\:

Excellent and effective written and oral communication skills. Solid PC-based skills are needed in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation programs.   Proficiency with MatLab, Linux, Python especially desirable. Proficiency in statistics and programs such as SPSS are especially desirable.  Ability to work independently and as a team member.  Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems. Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to maintain accurate records. 

EDUCATION\: 

 Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science or related field. 

 

EXPERIENCE\: 

 At least one year of related research experience is preferred.

Prior experience in working with human brain imaging data using common software packages (e.g. FreeSurfer, FSL, SPM, AFNI) is a plus but not required. 

The ideal candidate would have strong experience with MATLAB and UNIX/LINUX. Programming skills for other languages also helpful. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable)\: 

No direct supervision, but Research Technician II will train students and staff and serve as team leader for Research Tech I.

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Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.