Research Assistant in Behavioural and Computational Neuroscience (Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge, Newtown, Cambridge

Research Assistant in Behavioural and Computational Neuroscience (Fixed Term)

£33966

University of Cambridge, Newtown, Cambridge

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 28 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 88eb6410ced5437ea3d02153bcb2bf6d

Full Job Description

  • Ideating, designing and conducting neuroimaging/behavioural studies using behavioural, computational and neuroimaging research methods in humans
  • Analysing neural, neuroimaging or behavioural data
  • Dissemination of research findings
  • Maintaining and developing methodological/ technical skills to expand their scientific potential. The post-holder is expected to grow and develop in methodological skills and theoretical understanding during this post.

    Applicants must have (or be close to obtaining) a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject area to neuroscience, physics, mathematics, biology, psychology or a related neuroscience field.
  • Knowledge of statistics, behavioural, systems, cognitive and/or computational neuroscience
  • Specialist skills in neuroimaging methods, from data collection to analysis (especially fMRI).
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Experience in conducting and analysing behavioural and/or neuroimaging experiments on human participants
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent organizational skills