Research Support Assistant III - C-BIN

Job Description Applications are being accepted for two Research Assistant positions beginning Summer 2026, working under the mentorship of Arielle Tambini in the Center for Biomedical Imaging and Neuromodulation at the Nathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research (NKI) in Orangeburg, NY. Our research focuses on the neural mechanisms supporting human memory and how they are shaped by ongoing brain dynamics, using multi-modal approaches to characterize and manipulate human brain function. These positions support our NIH-funded research on awake memory reactivation using fMRI, TMS, physiological recordings, and behavioral testing to investigate how and when the brain consolidates memories during wakefulness – a fundamental and open question in cognitive neuroscience with implications for effective memory modulation approaches in health and disease. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about research and eager to engage with the science beyond data collection. The core of this role involves working with participants through intensive, day-long sessions; we are looking for someone warm, professional, and enjoys working with people. Successful candidates will also have the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to data analysis, engage with the literature, and receive close mentorship toward authorship on publications. This position is designed to serve as a bridge between undergraduate training and PhD-level research. Responsibilities Participant recruitment and scheduling Data collection (fMRI, physiological signals, behavioral testing, TMS) Data organization, management, and preprocessing Opportunity to take ownership of a defined analysis project, contributing to data interpretation and manuscript preparation under close mentorship Five-day work week with flexibility to work on weekends as needed for data collection Qualifications Minimum Qualifications BA, BS, or Master's degree in neuroscience, engineering, psychology, cognitive science, biomedical engineering, computer science, or related fields Preferred Qualifications Prior human subjects research experience Experience with MRI, EEG, physiological recordings, or behavioral testing Proficiency in Python or similar programming language Strong interest in pursuing PhD-level graduate training in cognitive neuroscience, psychology, engineering, or similar field Background Investigation/Justice Center Review Requirements: Prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment. Salary: $48,425.00 – $57,870.00 per year. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer - Disabled/Veteran, 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant. #J-18808-Ljbffr Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc.