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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Technical Associate I, Fedorenko Lab in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Technical Associate I, Fedorenko Lab
Job Number: 24838
Functional Area: Research - Scientific
Department: McGovern Institute for Brain Research
School Area: Office of Provost
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
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Posting Description
TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I, FEDORENKO LAB, McGovern Institute for Brain Research (2 openings), to work with Dr. Ev Fedorenko; assist with research on the cognitive and neural basis of language; assist with all aspects of research, including designing, programming, and conducting behavioral, fMRI, and MEG experiments; analyze behavioral, fMRI, MEG, and ECoG data; update the lab website; implement and maintain analysis software; provide technical support for lab personnel; and perform some basic administrative duties. Ideal for individuals considering future graduate study in cognitive science or neuroscience.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree in cognitive science, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, psychology, physics, or math; a minimum of two years of experience; solid math, statistics, and computer skills (e.g., MATLAB, Python, shell scripting); programming experience; Mac and Windows troubleshooting skills and solid knowledge of the Linux/UNIX environment (data server is Linux); and organized, self-motivated, and independent with the ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment and work as part of a team. PREFERRED: Interest in a career in cognitive neuroscience and experience conducting and/or analyzing fMRI/MEG/ECoG experiments. Job #24838
Reopened 3/13/2025