Research Assistant I RESEARCH NEUROLOGY MS Center

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
60 Fenwood Road (Show on map)
Mar 14, 2025
This position is a for a research assistant who will work under direct supervision of a Principal Investigator (Dr. Jonathan Zurawski, M.D.) in the Laboratory for Neuroimaging in the Brigham Multiple Sclerosis Center at Brigham & Women's Hospital. Our overarching goal is to use MRI to improve clinical-translational research endeavors at our MS Center and offer new insights into the disease. Working under supervision from the Principal Investigator and in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, the research assistant will conduct various MRI-based neuroimaging analyses for experiments with clearly established methodology. They may be responsible for the following activities: MRI imaging analyses using standard computer-based techniques; recruiting and evaluating patients for studies; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; and maintaining and updating data generated by the study. There will be opportunities for publication and presentation related to these analyses. The assistant may be asked to perform independent literature reviews in relationship to imaging and multiple sclerosis. Education: Bachelor's Degree required Primary Responsibilities: Assistance with recruiting participants, data processing, archiving, storage, computer analysis, and assisting with IRB documentation and research topics. Specific Duties: Responsible for MRI-based imaging analyses using standard computer-based techniques Complete training and demonstrate expertise in imaging techniques needed for MRI analysis Recruit, enroll, obtain informed consent, and follow subjects as part of longitudinal study of high-resolution MRI in multiple sclerosis Maintain patient study files, electronic study database, and tracking system for study participants Perform frequent audits to ensure integrity of study data Participate in study research meetings and prepare study data for analysis and publication Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Interest in neurological illness and neurologic medical research Excellent computer skills - Excel and/or imaging analysis software Willingness to work extensively on computer-based analyses Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills for working with the study participants Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks Careful attention to detail Ability to identify potential problems and develop solutions Ability to work independently We are seeking stability for at least 1 year Working Conditions: Normal laboratory environment. May be exposed, under controlled conditions, to radioisotopes and other hazardous materials. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity 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.