Research Assistant in the Division of Science (Psychology) - Dr Bas Rokers

Nyu-Abu Dhabi - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Francisco, CA

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About the position

The Research Assistant position at the Abu Dhabi Precision Medicine Virtual Research Institute (ADPMVRI) at NYU Abu Dhabi focuses on supporting research projects related to brain health and genomics. The role involves conducting literature reviews, planning data collection, analyzing genomic and neuroimaging data, and assisting in training new lab members. The position aims to contribute to understanding brain disorders and health outcomes in the UAE through comprehensive research infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Conducting literature reviews
• Planning data collection and participant recruitment
• Performing analysis of genomic and/or neuroimaging data
• Assisting in training new lab members
• Disseminating research findings through peer-reviewed scientific journal articles

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in neuroscience, biology, or a relevant STEM field
• Background in neuroimaging and/or genomics data analytics
• Programming experience with MATLAB, python, and/or R
• Attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Articulated oral and written communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with high-performance computing environments
• Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence applications

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a leading research institute
• Access to advanced research infrastructure
• Collaboration with international faculty and researchers