We are seeking to recruit a Research Specialist who will be located within the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center Neuroimaging Group (www.brainmap.wisc.edu), a multidisciplinary collective of more than 20 principal investigators with over 41 human and nonhuman primate research projects spanning the diagnostic spectrum from normal aging to Alzheimer's dementia. (S)he will be actively engaged in neuroimaging and biomarker research studies of lifestyle and genetic factors related to cognitive resilience in normal aging and preclinical Alzheimer's disease. This position requires analytic thinking, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and study participants. Bachelor's degree required. Study in psychology, neuroscience, exercise science, kinesiology, the life sciences, computer sciences or other related fields preferred. Experience in brain image analysis, including use of software such as Matlab, SPM, FSL, AFNI, & FreeSurfer, is preferred, as is experience with coordinating research study visits.
The primary duties include but are not limited to:
Scientific Involvement (~45%)
- Conduct brain image analyses using relevant software such as Matlab, SPM, FSL, AFNI, & FreeSurfer.
- Analyze cognitive and other clinical data using relevant software such as SPSS, SAS, R.
- Work under the supervision of principal investigator to prepare research data for presentation at scientific meetings and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Study Coordination (~45%)
- Recruit and enroll study participants, including phone contacts.
- Maintain study schedules and appointments.
- Run study visits.
- Maintain IRB approvals and ensure that all research protocols are followed.
Secondary duties (~10%)
- Attend lab meetings, interact with lab investigators/staff, and execute other research-related tasks as determined by the supervising principal investigator.
The percent effort devoted to the above duties may fluctuate depending on the lab's needs.
Additional Information:
The applicant should have the flexibility to work both independently and collaboratively, and should understand basic elements of research studies including study design & objectives, study visit logistics, statistical analyses, and presentation of results. Interested candidates need not satisfy each of the foregoing preferences to apply.
A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring.
A period of evaluation will be required
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Employee Class: Academic Staff
Department(s): SMPH/MEDICINE
Full Time Salary Rate: Minimum $30,207 ANNUAL (12 months) --Depending on Qualifications
Term: This is a renewable appointment.
Appointment percent: 50% - 100%
Anticipated begin date: JUNE 01, 2016
Number of Positions: 2
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume/cv and cover letter to the contact below.
Questions about the position can be directed to:
Amy Hawley
Phone: 608-265-2201
CSC, J5/Mezz
Fax: N/A
600 Highland Ave.
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Madison, WI 53792
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