Job Description

Position Purpose
Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary research lab with a global reach developing and executing electrophysiological research and related equipment and data. Under the direction of the principal investigator, uses creativity and innovation to meet the electrophysiological research needs of the laboratory’s research scope. The Research Lead should have the ability to work independently to learn new software, techniques, and skills that may be needed. The candidate will be able to apply their background to a variety of projects in the lab and work with diverse research teams both in the US and internationally.
The Space Medicine Innovations Lab’s current areas of research are:
Assessing brain function using the brain’s auditory system in people with various conditions (HIV, COVID, and Alzheimer’s) – Involves work with neurocognitive assessments, central auditory tests, electrophysiology tests (e.g. frequency following response, P300), and MRI
Developing new audiological tests for use both in the US and the developing world –Involves work with new audiological testing technologies
Testing and developing self-directed, autonomous, interactive-media-based behavioral health tools and virtual reality for use in isolated and confined environments (e.g. Antarctic stations) and other settings – Involves work with VR technology and web-based behavioral health tools
Use of hyperbaric oxygen for research and clinical applications – Involves work with hyperbaric chambers and a research registry
Other technology/science projects– Previous areas of interest have included motion sickness, space-related bone loss, visual changes in astronauts, numerical modelling of the cranial venous system, and noise-induced hearing loss.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuro/brain sciences, physics, engineering, or a closely related field.
8+ years of experience managing scientific or engineering research projects, programs, or complex technical initiatives.
Experience with multidisciplinary research programs involving experimental and computational components.
Proven experience with design, development, and maintenance of specialized research tools or software such as electrophysiological recording systems.
Proven knowledge of electrophysiological protocols and practices.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of experience managing scientific or engineering research projects, programs, or complex technical initiatives.
Master’s in psychology, neuro/brain sciences, physics, engineering, or a closely related field.
Experience with MATLAB
Experience in higher education.
Familiarity with project-management methodologies and tools.
Experience developing research proposals, technical reports, budgets, and statements of work.