Research Assistant Pediatric Neuroscience

Research Assistant Pediatric Neuroscience

Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) is seeking a Research Assistant to support research initiatives in pediatrics and enhance educational experiences. The Developmental Origins of Resilience (DOOR) Lab focuses on mouse neuronal circuits activated during stress to understand the biological basis of stress resilience. This role involves working at the intersection of Behavioral Neuroscience and Data Science, analyzing large datasets of brain images and behavioral outputs to comprehend how brain circuits respond to stressors and drive animal behavior.

This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with academic researchers, engage in computational research within Neuroscience, and apply computational techniques to basic science. CUIMC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and welfare, employee assistance, tuition programs, and retirement benefits.

Responsibilities

• Analyze activation maps in mouse brains using R.
• Develop computer codes in ImageJ and Python to implement algorithms for characterizing brain maps and behavioral trajectories.
• Communicate effectively within a team environment and present work progress regularly.
• Assist with data visualization, contributing to documentation of analysis, observations, and results.
• Confer with team members to ensure the appropriateness and timeliness of tests.
• Coordinate collection of follow-up data as per protocol.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Key Skills/Competency

• R Programming
• Python
• ImageJ
• Data Analysis
• Neuroscience
• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Data Science
• Brain Imaging
• Research
• Pediatrics