Qureos Mentor

The Mind Research Network

<div>Overview:
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A full-time Research Analyst II position is currently available at The Mind Research Network (MRN) under Dr. Andrew Mayer. The position will have two roles. The primary role will be to assist in the collection and analysis of MRI-based imaging data, clinical data, proteomic data, and the preparation of various graphs/reports for scientific communication. The position requires strong quantitative/computation/statistical skills, and a working knowledge of time-series analysis and data processing. Strong data visualization skills are preferred, along with scientific writing for manuscripts and various scientific reports. A secondary role will be working with MRI machine operations, maintenance of various biomedical imaging equipment at the scanner, and the scanning of human research participants. On-site training will be provided to run MRI scanners and perform data analyses. Background knowledge and/or experience with UNIX, LINUX, Python, R, MATLAB is preferred. Must have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, various Google and spreadsheet applications, as well as the ability to learn department-specific computer systems.</p><p></p><p><br>
The position requires interactions with various sensitive patient populations and thus requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The job will also require flexible hours including some evenings and nights to accommodate data acquisition and other related duties as needed (approximately 1 per week).</p><br>
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Qualifications:
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Requires a bachelors' degree in an engineering field, computational neuroscience, computer science, statistics or a related scientific discipline and 6 months of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained.</div><div></div><div><br>
Candidate must have demonstrated knowledge of and experience working with a variety of programming languages including, but not limited to, Linux/Unix, Python, Matlab and R; familiarity with neuroimaging techniques and time-series analysis; and a familiarity with neuroanatomy and neurophysiology.</div><div></div><div><br>
Must have superior professional-level written and verbal communication skills; a high degree of professionalism, excellent judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Demonstrated ability in managing a wide variety of complex tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting multiple deadlines is required. Must have the ability to work independently and as a part of a team, and the ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed.</div><br>
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Preferred/Additional Qualifications :
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WORKING CONDITIONS</p><p>
Normal office working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements. Occasionally meets with the public.</p><p></p><p><br>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / REQUIREMENTS</p><p>
Various activities include sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, reaching. Involves extensive desk/computer work on a daily basis, requires manual dexterity for operation of keyboard. Vision abilities include close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus, able to hear and communicate effectively in person and over the phone, may be required to lift items.</p>
Physical Requirements:
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Work is performed in a dry laboratory environment. Will operate standard office equipment and will frequently stand, walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, perform repetitive motions and occasionally lift objects that weigh up to 20 pounds. May interact with research participants.<br>
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The above is intended to describe the general requirements for the position and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of physical requirements. The Institute will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position.</div>
Salary:
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Salary is commensurate with experience + $500 sign-on bonus.</div><div></div><div><br>
Lovelace Biomedical is an Equal Opportunity Employer</div><div></div><div><i><br>
The Mind Research Network is a division of Lovelace dedicated to advancing the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness and brain injury.</i></div><p><i>
Headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, MRN consists of an interdisciplinary association of scientists located at universities, national laboratories and research centers around the world and is focused on imaging technology and its emergence as an integral element of neuroscience investigation.</i></p><p><i>
With an extended community of academicians, researchers, graduate students and technicians, the MRN is uniquely positioned with its national infrastructure to link the brightest minds in neuroscience with some of the most cutting-edge neuroimaging capabilities in the world today.</i></p></div>

Research Analyst II

<div>Overview:
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A Post-doctoral research position is currently available in the laboratory of Dr. Andrew Mayer at the Mind Research Network in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Post-doctoral fellow will conduct independent research in the field of traumatic brain injury, assist other members in the lab with research projects, and develop novel research methods as needed. The Post-doctoral fellow will also work directly with research teams within the Mind Research Network as well as with outside collaborators, develop proposals for research funding, present and publish research data, analyze and interpret a variety of preclinical and clinical data, and perform all other related research duties as required or assigned.</div><div></div><div><br>
Research opportunities include examining the cognitive and neuronal dysfunctions associated with both acute and chronic traumatic brain injury. Ongoing neuroimaging work in the lab include functional MRI (fMRI; task, rest and cerebrovascular reactivity), MRS, structural data, simultaneous real-time fMRI-EEG, neurofeedback and diffusion. Proteomic data analyses and opportunities for data collection are also available. Primary responsibilities will consist of scientific manuscript writing and data analysis. The Post-doctoral researcher will be responsible to select and apply appropriate statistical tests, algorithms, and/or analytic methods. Training in grant writing is available, as well as the opportunity to participate in NIH proposal preparation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analytic processing (Linux, Python, R and shell scripting preferred) and neuroimaging software packages (AFNI, FSL).</div><div></div><div><br>
Post-doctoral fellows at MRN are employees and have access to a competitive benefits package.</div><div></div><div><br>
To apply, visit www.mrn.org and refer to Job # in the &ldquo;Jobs&rdquo; section of the website. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; M/F/D/V.
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Requires a Ph.D. or M.D. in a directly related field, and a proven record of peer-reviewed publications including demonstrated first-authorship success in applicable research areas.</div><div></div><div><br>
The successful candidate will have demonstrated effectiveness and experience working as part of a large research team, as well as success performing independent research projects of varying scope. This position requires superior professional-level verbal and written communication skills, which are required to effectively perform in the role. Excellent judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills are also desired. The ideal candidate should have experience with Linux, Python, R and various image analyses software programs (AFNI, FSL and SPM).
</div>Physical Requirements:
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Work is performed in a dry laboratory environment. Will operate standard office equipment and will frequently stand, walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, perform repetitive motions and occasionally lift objects that weigh up to 20 pounds. May interact with research participants.<br>
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The above is intended to describe the general requirements for the position and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of physical requirements. The Institute will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position.</div>
Salary:
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Salary is commensurate with experience.</div><div></div><div><br>
Lovelace Biomedical is an Equal Opportunity Employer</div><div></div><div><i><br>
The Mind Research Network is a division of Lovelace dedicated to advancing the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness and brain injury.</i></div><p><i>
Headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, MRN consists of an interdisciplinary association of scientists located at universities, national laboratories and research centers around the world and is focused on imaging technology and its emergence as an integral element of neuroscience investigation.</i></p><p><i>
With an extended community of academicians, researchers, graduate students and technicians, the MRN is uniquely positioned with its national infrastructure to link the brightest minds in neuroscience with some of the most cutting-edge neuroimaging capabilities in the world today.</i></p></div>

Postdoctoral Fellow

<b>Overview:</b><br>
The Necropsy Laboratory Manager oversees and coordinates the daily activities of the Necropsy and Trim labs in addition to managing scientific support staff. The position is responsible for project prioritization, protocol development, data interpretation, data summary, performing necropsies, and interfacing with investigators who utilize this lab. Also documents laboratory work and maintains laboratory equipment and supplies as well as organizes, oversees and coordinates studies and aspects of complex studies.
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<b>Preferred/Additional Qualifications :</b><br>
<b>Education and Experience:</b><br>
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific area or with comparable course work and a minimum of five (5) years of directly related experience with 3 years management experience; or equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.
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<b>Technical Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:</b><br>
Ability to develop and follow research methodology and protocol. Ability to lead and train staff and students. Ability to perform work with a consistently high degree of accuracy and attention to detail; meticulous work habits; manual dexterity; accurate record keeping; and ability to work with laboratory animals. Knowledgeable of all procedures governing laboratory work, including GLP. Knowledge of complex research methodology, principles and procedures. Ability to exercise good judgement in adjusting variables and correcting experimental irregularities. Must be able to work independently. Excellent supervisory skills and ability to interface with other staff in same and other work areas to accomplish multiple tasks. Must be computer literate and be capable of analyzing data. Good communication skills and ability to work harmoniously with others. Excellent organizational skills.
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<b>Work Environment:</b><br>
Successful completion of a post offer pre-employment physical examination is required. Ability to access Kirtland Air Force Base is required. Successful completion of CDC/DOJ, DOD approval to access Select Agent(s) and Toxin(s) may be required. Will be required to work in containment areas such as the ABSL-3 (infectious agent studies), radiation areas or work environments that may require vaccinations/immunizations and successful completion of training as a condition of employment. Moderate physical activity that requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds or standing and/or lifting, bending, walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, and sitting for more than four (4) hours per day. Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following safety precautions and include the use of protective equipment. Exposure to laboratory animals of various species including but not limited to rodents, rabbits, ferrets, dogs, swine, non-human primates and any other lab animals that are required to fulfill research needs. Must be able to wear a respirator and any other required personal protective equipment (PPE). Weekend, holiday and after-hours work is required as necessary to meet operational needs of the work site. Must have reliable transportation.
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<b>Physical Requirements:</b><br>
Work is performed in a wet laboratory environment. Will operate standard laboratory equipment and will frequently stand, walk, sit, perform lab- and desk-based computer tasks, perform laboratory techniques requiring grasping/pipetting/hand dexterity, perform repetitive motions and occasionally lift objects that weigh up to 50 pounds. Will wear personal protective equipment which may include a respirator. May work in close proximity to an environment containing research animals and may be required to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious agents are present which may require vaccinations.
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The above is intended to describe the general requirements for the position and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of physical requirements. The Institute will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position.
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<b>Salary:</b><br>
Salary is commensurate with experience.
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Lovelace Biomedical is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Laboratory Manager

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