Research Analyst II

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.

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).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements. Occasionally meets with the public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / REQUIREMENTS

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.

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.

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.