Staff Associate I

Job SummaryStaff Associate I wanted with an interest in data management and neuroimage processing in the context of cognitive aging. This position will provide experience in advanced neuroimaging analysis on modalities including Diffusion MRI (DTI), high-resolution structural images, resting BOLD fMRI, FLAIR, and tau and amyloid PET. The position will also involve processing of non-imaging data such as behavioral task data, neuropsychological test data, genetics, and lifestyle information. This position is ideal for anyone considering future graduate study in cognitive neuroscience, biomedical engineering, and related fields.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include:- Importing, reconstructing, and quality checking neuroimaging data.- Editing and writing bash and Python scripts to batch process MRI data using software such as FSL, FreeSurfer, SPM, and MRtrix.- Performing statistical image analyses using neuroimaging software, Matlab, Bash, and Python.- Data management of non-imaging data Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in specific research field and 4 years experience preferredPreferred Qualifications- At least 1.5 years of experience programming in Python and familiarity with general scripting.- Familiarity with the linux environment.- Experience with using command-line based scientific software packages- Background in image processing, neuroscience, or cognitive psychologyOther information- There will be opportunities for presentations at professional conferences and research publications.- Interview will include a simple scripting test in any script of choice (python, MATLAB, bash, etc.).- Columbia offers tuition exemption for employees after a 7-month waiting period for employeet and 2-years for dependents.Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / VeteranPay Transparency DisclosureThe salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.Minimum Salary: 34320.00Maximum Salary: 34320.00Salary Unit: Yearly

Created: 2025-12-08