Research Associate 1

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Salary Range

$61,500.00 - $91,875.00

Overview
Carries out research assignments involving the processing and analysis of Magnetoencephalography and other neuroimaging data. Performs independent research, arranges collaborators, and authors research outputs. Additionally provides team support on research projects, helping to ensure meticulous data management and assisting in the preparation of reports and manuscripts.

Principal Duties:

• Processes and analyzes Magnetoencephalography, as well as other neuroimaging and neurophysiology data.
• Develops and organizes research projects including design, implementation, and analysis.
• Collaborates with a multi-institutional team of investigators.
• Authors abstracts and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
• Constructs and maintains large neuroimaging and neurophysiology datasets.
• Assists with grant proposals.
• Disseminates research results via meetings and presentations.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities
1. Proficiency in processing and analyzing Magnetoencephalography (MEG) data and other neuroimaging/neurophysiology modalities (e.g., MRI, EEG).

2. Skilled in authoring scientific abstracts, peer-reviewed manuscripts, and preparing grant proposals.

3. Strong written and verbal communication skills for disseminating research findings through presentations and meetings.

4. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

5. Experience with constructing and managing large, complex datasets.

Preferred Skills and Abilities
1. Prior experience with Magnetoencephalography and multimodal neuroimaging research.

2. Publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Recommends the design and implementation of procedures and protocols under the direction of a higher-level authority. 2. Investigates, analyzes, and reaches preliminary scientific conclusions related to research planning 3. Ensures data results are compiled, analyzed, and presented properly. 4. Analyzes, develops and interprets scientific results. Maintains clear documentation of results. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports. 5. Performs independent research and laboratory techniques and participates in experimental research planning. 6. Interacts with internal contacts including the PI, research assistants, graduate students, Radiation Safety and Biological Safety officers, and Animal Care personnel to discuss and evaluate research results and to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the laboratory. 7. Interacts with external contacts such as researchers at other institutions, staff at biotechnology and reagents companies to consult on research methods and to keep abreast of product information and developments. 8. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date

11/19/2025

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Clinical & Research

Compensation Grade Profile

Research Associate 1 MS (22)

Time Type

Part time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

Remote

Location

221 Whitney Ave, New Haven, Connecticut

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