Research Associate, Psychology/Neuroscience

Responsibilities

• Collecting multiple types of data from participants (adolescents, adults)
• MRI scan
• Administering computerized neuropsychological tests
• Participant interviews
• Collecting biosamples
• Managing participant records
• Tracking progress of studies
• Entering data into a database
• Adhering to deadlines set by the investigator
• Comply with governmental regulations and SRI policies regarding health and safety issues
• Function independently to safely operate sophisticated MRI equipment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, physiology, or a related field with at least 2 years of related experience
• Experience with principles of sound research design and data collection
• Experience collecting data such as neuropsychological tests from adolescents
• Good organizational skills and experience in implementing complex and multiple tasks
• Ability to work well with people, including children and adolescents, to elicit best efforts in testing
• Experience with computer-driven devices
• Ability to keep a tight schedule, follow through with attention to detail, and to work variable hours, including weekends

Pay

The salary range is: $70,000-73,000. Salary ranges will vary and are based on several factors, including geographic location, market competitiveness and equity amongst internal employees in similar roles. Positions may also qualify for SRI's Pay for Outstanding Performance program or the annual Performance Based Compensation program.

Benefits

SRI also has a competitive benefits package, to view details please go to https://www.sri.com/resources/benefits/.