Seeking Research Assistant for Brain Imaging, Behavior and Aging (BIBA) Lab

Brain Imaging, Behavior and Aging Lab seeking Research Assistant

Director: Gene E. Alexander, Ph.D.

Contact Person: Cortney Jessup

Dates: Summer 2024 continuing into Fall 2024

*Available for Directed Research Credit/Volunteer

Description:
The Brain Imaging, Behavior and Aging Lab studies brain-behavior relationships in the context of aging.  We use neuroimaging techniques, including structural and functional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET), in combination with measures of cognition and behavior to address research questions on cognitive aging and age-related neurodegenerative disease. Research Assistants may be involved in multiple aspects of projects such as: data entry, collecting and analyzing data, recruiting and screening participants over the phone, assisting in intervention trials, assisting with the collection of MRI and fMRI data (images of the brain), and participation in lab meetings and discussions.

Expectations:

  • Research assistants will be expected to commit to at least 20 hours per week in the lab over the summer and to reliably adhere to that schedule.
  • Priority will be given to students who can continue the position into the Fall semester.
  • Lab hours will be based on the Research Assistant’s schedule and will be documented.
  • Assistants will be introduced to multiple projects upon entering the lab, will focus on one project, and will be expected to assist with other projects if needed.
  • We are looking for a wide array of applicants, especially those strong in the sciences and those considering graduate school.
  • Only serious, committed applicants please.

Contact:

If interested, please email your resume and availability for the semester to:

In the Subject line, please specify: "Regarding BIBA RA Opportunity"

Updated: 05/14/24