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Lab Specialist II- Knight Lab
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As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
400010 Neuroscience
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URG 107 H
Compensation Range:
$23.06 - $32.29
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities GENERAL PURPOSE
Participates in the conduct of multisensory perception research studies, including electrophysiologic data collection in children with and without autism or other developmental disabilities. Provides direct research support and offers an opportunity for future experimental and scientific development. Supports the planning, design, and execution of experiments. Uses existing protocols and collaborates with other laboratories. Works independently with occasional input on modifying, varying, or adapting standard laboratory electrophysiologic data collection procedures to meet the special needs of research projects related to neurodevelopmental disabilities.
Essential Functions
Contributes to the design and conducts electrophysiologic (EEG) research to explore and support lab goals, grant commitments, scientific discovery, and/or development.
Supports the implementation of custom, research project-specific data workflow solutions for data collection, management, reporting and analytics.
Creates and maintains custom software programs (built in MATLAB, Virtual Reality development in Unity, Presentation® Stimulus Delivery Software) used in acquiring and analyzing experimental data.
Conducts study visits to collect neurophysiologic and/or psychological assessments (may include EEG, cognitive and behavioral assessments, participant questionnaires).
Ensures all data are collected and secured within approved parameters and procedures.
Training and competence in administering study procedures will be overseen by PI.
Records, interprets, and conducts analyses on electrophysiologic and other scientific data utilizing standard methods and develops modifications of standard methods to meet special situations.
Participates in formulating research methods and suggesting options for improving quality and recommending solutions.
Participates in computer database design and utilization, data analysis, and suggests future improvements in data measurement.
Develops research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries.
Assists in human subject recruitment and screening activities, including reviewing study site databases for patients that meet the protocol inclusion criteria.
May participate in maintaining study site databases or optimizing recruitment strategies.
May conduct telephone interviews to screen potential study candidates.
Verifies inclusion criteria are met before enrollment. Interacts with children and/or individuals with developmental disabilities in a sensitive and respectful manner.
Responsible for the daily operation of the Spectrum Brain Lab research area.
Orders, tracks and submits appropriate UR forms/documentation for participant incentives and reimbursement, study office supplies and equipment.
Teaches laboratory techniques and instrumentation procedures to students and laboratory technical support staff and counsels them on technical problems.
Disseminates research findings to internal and external audiences.
Ensures the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained.
Remains knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments.
Attends/participates in weekly lab meetings, and as appropriate, institutes, and seminars.
Other Projects And Job Duties As Assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree. Required
2 years of related work experience. Required
Or any equivalent combination of experience and education. Required
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed. Required
Excellent organization skills to help coordinate a number of projects, and the skills to help train inexperienced personnel. Required
Attention to detail, patience, and a positive, participant-centric attitude. Required
Familiarity with MS Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). Required
Programming experience in Matlab, Python or Unity/C#. Preferred
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Higher Education
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Lab Specialist II- Knight Lab
role at
University of Rochester .
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
400010 Neuroscience
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URG 107 H
Compensation Range:
$23.06 - $32.29
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities GENERAL PURPOSE
Participates in the conduct of multisensory perception research studies, including electrophysiologic data collection in children with and without autism or other developmental disabilities. Provides direct research support and offers an opportunity for future experimental and scientific development. Supports the planning, design, and execution of experiments. Uses existing protocols and collaborates with other laboratories. Works independently with occasional input on modifying, varying, or adapting standard laboratory electrophysiologic data collection procedures to meet the special needs of research projects related to neurodevelopmental disabilities.
Essential Functions
Contributes to the design and conducts electrophysiologic (EEG) research to explore and support lab goals, grant commitments, scientific discovery, and/or development.
Supports the implementation of custom, research project-specific data workflow solutions for data collection, management, reporting and analytics.
Creates and maintains custom software programs (built in MATLAB, Virtual Reality development in Unity, Presentation® Stimulus Delivery Software) used in acquiring and analyzing experimental data.
Conducts study visits to collect neurophysiologic and/or psychological assessments (may include EEG, cognitive and behavioral assessments, participant questionnaires).
Ensures all data are collected and secured within approved parameters and procedures.
Training and competence in administering study procedures will be overseen by PI.
Records, interprets, and conducts analyses on electrophysiologic and other scientific data utilizing standard methods and develops modifications of standard methods to meet special situations.
Participates in formulating research methods and suggesting options for improving quality and recommending solutions.
Participates in computer database design and utilization, data analysis, and suggests future improvements in data measurement.
Develops research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries.
Assists in human subject recruitment and screening activities, including reviewing study site databases for patients that meet the protocol inclusion criteria.
May participate in maintaining study site databases or optimizing recruitment strategies.
May conduct telephone interviews to screen potential study candidates.
Verifies inclusion criteria are met before enrollment. Interacts with children and/or individuals with developmental disabilities in a sensitive and respectful manner.
Responsible for the daily operation of the Spectrum Brain Lab research area.
Orders, tracks and submits appropriate UR forms/documentation for participant incentives and reimbursement, study office supplies and equipment.
Teaches laboratory techniques and instrumentation procedures to students and laboratory technical support staff and counsels them on technical problems.
Disseminates research findings to internal and external audiences.
Ensures the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained.
Remains knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments.
Attends/participates in weekly lab meetings, and as appropriate, institutes, and seminars.
Other Projects And Job Duties As Assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree. Required
2 years of related work experience. Required
Or any equivalent combination of experience and education. Required
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed. Required
Excellent organization skills to help coordinate a number of projects, and the skills to help train inexperienced personnel. Required
Attention to detail, patience, and a positive, participant-centric attitude. Required
Familiarity with MS Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). Required
Programming experience in Matlab, Python or Unity/C#. Preferred
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Higher Education
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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