Research Associate I - Sati Lab - Department of Neurology

About the role

Join Cedars-Sinai, a leading institute for driven research funding from the National Institutes of Health, as a Research Associate I in the Sati Laboratory. The lab focuses on developing novel imaging biomarkers, MRI techniques, and AI methods to improve clinical care for neurological disorders. Under direct supervision, you will support neuroimaging research projects through computational procedures, lab maintenance, and data management.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory tasks and procedures related to Neuroimaging.
• Assists in the operation of specialized computing equipment.
• Performs lab maintenance duties, including data backup and software upgrades.
• Assists students and fellows in the laboratory.
• Maintains lab computer equipment and related records.
• Observes and aligns with safety standards and procedures.
• Performs image processing, segmentation, and analysis of neuroimaging datasets.
• Implements and optimizes image processing algorithms for neuroimaging research.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a Science-related field, required.
• Research laboratory experience is preferred.
• Understanding of general research objectives.
• Solid understanding of programming languages, neuroimaging tools, computing environments, database management, personal and server computers, and statistical platforms.
• Experience with routine imaging processing procedures for neuroimaging research.
• Digital literacy in Unix/Linux systems, Python, Matlab, Bash, R, REDCap, SPSS, and Excel.