• Neuroimaging Researcher/Analyst

    University Of Vermont (Burlington, VT)


    Position Details

    Advertising/Posting Title Neuroimaging Researcher/Analyst

    Posting Summary

    Seeking a highly motivated researcher to investigate the impact of screen time—including social media use, video gaming, texting, and television viewing—on brain function, mental health, and behavior using the large-scale Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development ( ABCD ) dataset. Works in close collaboration with Principal and Co-Investigators in Psychiatry to advance the research objectives of the group and achieve the aims of this NIH R01 award.

     

    Key responsibilities include conducting advanced statistical and computational analyses on neuroimaging, mental health, and behavioral datasets, applying machine learning techniques, and contributing to scientific writing for publications and grant reporting. The successful candidate will play an integral role in designing experiments, ensuring data integrity, and engaging with a multidisciplinary team of neuroscientists, psychologists, and medical professionals.

     

    Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

     

    Master’s degree in neuroimaging or related discipline required.

     

    Three to five years’ experience with neuroimaging analysis software ( FSL , SPM , or Afni) and relevant statistical analysis approaches.

     

    Experience with programming languages Matlab, R and/or Python.

     

    Experience with big data analysis.

     

    Experience with Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) or Open Office.

    Desirable Qualifications

    Experience in related field such as biostatistics, complex systems, neuroscience, biomedical engineering or medical areas.

     

    Advanced data management and analytic skills.

     

    Experience developing scientific reports and publications

     

    Anticipated Pay Range $65,000 - $80,000

     

    Other Information

     

    Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

     

    FLSA Exempt

     

    Union Position Yes, UVMSU

     

    Posting Details

     

    Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

     

    Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States

     

    Job Open Date 07/02/2025

     

    Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

     

    Open Until Filled No

    Our Common Ground Statement

    The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

    Position Information

    Position Title Researcher/Analyst

     

    Posting Number S5663PO

     

    Department Psychiatry/55750

     

    Position Number 00027574

     

    Employee FTE 1.00

     

    Employee Term 12

     

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    Documents Needed to Apply

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    + Resume

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