Research Technician

Research Assistant Position at Massachusetts General Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

An opening is available for a Research Assistant position at the Athinoula A. Martinos Center in the Department of Radiology at Massachusetts General Hospital to work on development of enhanced MRI acquisition, reconstruction, and analysis software for brain imaging – specifically on correction of artifacts caused by head motion during MRI and functional MRI (fMRI). This technology can be applied to a variety of widely-used, motion-sensitive MRI scans to reduce image artifacts that impair clinical diagnosis and confound conclusions in MR neuroimaging research. The position requires specialized knowledge of MR physics and strong programming skills, strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities, strong writing and oral communication skills, and the ability to work independently. The Martinos Center offers an excellent training environment and resources for career advancement, as well as a wealth of institutional expertise in all areas of medical imaging. The successful candidate will work within the Laboratories for Computational Neuroimaging (LCN) and will have access to state-of-the-art MR hardware and computational resources at the Athinoula A. Martinos Center.

Essential Functions:

• Perform laboratory experiments following established protocols and procedures.
• Prepare and handle samples, reagents, and solutions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety guidelines.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, conducting routine calibration and troubleshooting as needed.
• Record experimental data accurately and maintain organized records of procedures, protocols, and results.
• Compile and analyze data using appropriate statistical and analytical methods.
• Assist in data interpretation and presentation, contributing to research findings and reports.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree related field of study required.
• Prior laboratory experience, either through academic coursework, internships, or employment 1-2 years preferred.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Familiarity with common laboratory equipment and instruments used in research experiments.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and scientific software tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey experimental procedures, results, and challenges.

Work Location: 149 Thirteenth Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $21.00 - $29.01/Hourly

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.