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The USC Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute and Laboratory of Neuro Imaging (INI are world leaders in the development of advanced computational and scientific approaches for the comprehensive mapping of brain structure and function. LONIs unique multidisciplinary environment and cutting edge resources allow for integration of clinical psychological and genotypic information with neuroimaging phenotypes for research questions in neurology psychiatry and developmental neurobiology.
Job Function
- The Project Assistant will be in charge of pre/postprocessing raw imaging data (MRI DTI etc. and will assess brain connectivity in a range of neurological and psychiatric disorders including Alzheimers bipolar disorder brain trauma and childhood developmental disorders. Some projects will involve implementing machine learning and deep learning methods to largescale brain imaging datasets and biobank data.
- Will become an expert with image processing and other computational tools (i.e. FSL)
- Will use shell scripting on a regular basis
- Will work with team to develop realistic but challenging time lines
Basic Qualifications
- The successful applicant will be a reliable independent worker with a bachelors or masters degree in engineering computer science math statistics neuroscience or a related field
- Computer programming skills in Matlab Python R C shell scripting and knowledge of image analysis software such as FSL or SPM are preferred
- Knowledge of advanced statistics or genetics is a plus
This fulltime position is ideal for candidates looking to spend a couple of years doing neuroimaging research before medical school or an advanced graduate degree.
Preferred Education
Masters degree in applied statistics or a related field.
The hourly rate range for this position is $24.93 $ 26.72. When extending an offer of employment the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates work experience education/training key skills internal peer equity federal state and local laws contractual stipulations grant funding as well as external market and organizational considerations.
Minimum Education: High school or equivalentMinimum Experience: 1 year
Minimum Field of Expertise: Knowledge of data collection procedures and some experience with proposal preparation and production of technical documents
USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to theBackground Screening Policy Appendix Dfor specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
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