Overview
The Research Assistant I (Part-Time, Remote) in the Opendak Lab will provide dedicated data analysis support for ongoing research projects. This role is fully remote and focused on computational and statistical work, including processing behavioral, electrophysiological, and imaging datasets, contributing to publications and reports, and supporting the analytical needs of the lab.
Responsibilities
Perform statistical analyses on behavioral, electrophysiological, and imaging datasets under direction of the PI.
Process and clean raw data; maintain organized, well-documented data files and analysis pipelines.
Develop figures, graphs, and visualizations of project results for manuscripts, presentations, and grants.
Contribute to preparation of publications, grant reports, and conference presentations based on Opendak Lab research.
Organize, clean, and analyze data in Microsoft Excel; maintain well-structured spreadsheets and analysis files across projects.
Oversee undergraduate data analysts in analysis theory and implementation as needed.
Participate in remote lab meetings and check-ins on a regular schedule to communicate progress and coordinate with team members.
Enhance professional growth and development through educational programs, workshops, and seminars.
Qualifications
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in a science-related field (e.g., neuroscience, biology, psychology, computer science, biomedical engineering, mathematics, or statistics) is required.
EXPERIENCE:
Prior research experience involving data analysis is strongly preferred.
Candidates with demonstrated Excel proficiency and coursework in statistics will be considered.
Minimum pay range
USD $36,955.98/Yr.
Maximum pay range
USD $60,296.50/Yr.
Kennedy Krieger Institute is a research and clinical organization focused on neurodevelopmental disorders and brain research. The institute conducts advanced research in behavioral, electrophysiological, and imaging studies to understand and address neurological conditions. They support multiple research laboratories, including the Opendak Lab, which investigates neuroscience topics through rigorous data analysis and computational methods. The organization produces peer-reviewed publications and contributes to the broader scientific community through research findings and grant-funded projects.
