What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist position at The Ohio State University?
Company Description
The Ohio State University, founded in 1870 as a land-grant university, is one of the largest and leading research universities in the United States. It consistently ranks as one of the top public universities in the country, serving as a model for Ohio's public higher education. The main campus is located in Columbus, with additional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, and Wooster.
Role Description
The Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Brain Imaging (CCBBI) at The Ohio State University is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist to join our team. The Research Scientist will maintain an active program of research aligned with the mission of the Center, which includes conduct and dissemination of human neuroscience research, pursuit of extramural funding, and presentations at national and international conferences. The program of research may include both independent and collaborative projects. The position also plays a central role in supporting CCBBI’s scientific and training initiatives, including assistance with extramural funding, education and workshops, scanner operations, TMS facility management, and programmatic efforts to advance innovation in neuroimaging.
Required Qualifications
- At least three years of postdoctoral experience.
- Extensive experience with functional MRI approaches for studying human brain function.
- Thorough familiarity with programming and analysis in MATLAB and/or Python.
- Strong record of peer-reviewed publications and productivity beyond the postdoctoral level.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) for human neuroscience research.
- Experience with GitHub/GitLab repositories and collaborative coding practices.
- Background in teaching or training researchers in neuroimaging acquisition, processing, and analysis.
- Experience assisting in grant writing and securing external funding.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.