Clinical Research Assistant- Dr. Kiho Im Lab
84642BR
Pediatrics-Newborn Medicine
Status
Full-Time
Standard Hours per Week
40
Job Category
Research,
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular
Pay Range
$41246.40-$61339.20 Annual
Office/Site Location
Boston
Remote Eligibility
Part Remote/Hybrid
Job Posting Description
At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.
The fetal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) analysis team in the Fetal-Neonatal Neuroimaging and Developmental Science Center (FNNDSC) at Boston Children’s Hospital (BCH) seeks a full-time research assistant. Our project develops and implements novel fetal brain MRI analysis techniques and studies brain development in normal fetuses and fetuses with developmental disorders. The successful candidate, under the Principal Investigator’s supervision, will handle MRI and demographic data management, quality control, and pre-processing, manage MRI processing pipelines, and prepare IRB/CCI documentation with the research team.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage and verify the quality of fetal/neonatal brain MRI and demographic data, maintaining databases on a Linux-based system.
- Process large datasets using neuroimaging tools and ensure accurate results through quality assessments and improvements.
- Train, update, and evaluate deep learning models, maintaining datasets for statistical analysis.
- Mentor intern students and coordinate research activities as needed.
- Draft analytical reports and summary papers for research study publications.
- Prepare documentation for IRB and CCI, coordinating with the Principal Investigator.
Minimum Education and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical or biomedical engineering, or a related quantitative field is required. Experience with neuroimaging data is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience with neuroimaging software and deep learning model implementation.
- Proficiency in Linux/Unix and at least one scripting language (e.g., Shell scripting, Python, MATLAB).
- Experience with brain MRI and knowledge of or strong interest in brain structure, neuroanatomy, and neuroscience
- Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git) and experience with containerized environments (e.g., Docker).
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.
Application Instructions
Applicants should include a resume detailing your GPA and grades for relevant coursework, research experience, and the names and contact information of three references.
The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, military or veteran status or any other classification protected by law in hiring, promotion, compensation and other terms and conditions of employment. Boston Children’s Hospital collects and maintains information regarding gender, race, and ethnicity for equal opportunity compliance purposes. Boston Children’s Hospital also is subject to various government recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations.
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