Researcher I

Job Summary

This Researcher I position serves as an EEG Specialist within the Raison Lab, supporting clinical research studies focused on neurophysiological outcomes. The position provides technical expertise in electroencephalography (EEG) and is responsible for the setup, administration, and quality control of EEG procedures in accordance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conducts EEG procedures
• Interprets and analyzes EEG data
• Maintains and troubleshoots equipment
• Supports data handling and the preparation of progress reports
• Provides training and oversight to research staff to ensure consistency and protocol compliance across studies

Additional Information

• Terminal, 12-month appointment
• This position is full or part-time, 80%-100%
• This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location
• This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding
• The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years

Key Job Responsibilities

• Performs literature reviews and writes reports
• Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials
• Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and student workers
• Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences
• Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s)
• Colls data and monitors test results
• Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area
• Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders

Department

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is committed to basic and clinical research that furthers the understanding and development of new treatments for patients with mental illness, training the next generation of leaders, and providing excellent patient care to a broad range of patients.

Compensation

The starting salary for the position is $63,439 annually; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Required Qualifications

• Experience performing EEG procedures, including electrode placement and real-time monitoring of signal quality
• Experience with EEG equipment and data acquisition systems, including basic troubleshooting
• Experience interpreting and/or analyzing EEG data
• Experience training or supervising staff in EEG procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with research settings, including adherence to study protocols and standardized data collection procedures
• Experience supporting research activities, including data handling, documentation, or reporting

Education

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Master’s degree in a health or science-related field preferred

How to Apply

To apply for this position, select either “I am a current employee” or “I am not a current employee” under Apply Now. You will then be prompted to upload your application materials. Important: The application has only one attachment field. Upload the following documents in that field, either as a single combined file or as multiple files in the same upload area. Cover letter required Resume required

Your cover letter should address how your training and experience aligns with the required and preferred qualifications listed above. Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates.