Senior Research Associate

Job Description

The Montague laboratory at Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech is seeking a Senior Research Associate who is a physiologist with excellent quantitative skills. The Montague lab is currently employing advanced quantitative methods to conduct leading-edge research on the role of neurotransmitters in the human brain. This position is an excellent opportunity for a biologically trained investigator to expand their analytical skills, implement new methods in machine learning, and to understand the roles of the neuromodulator’s dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine in human cognitive function and dysfunction.

The candidate we are looking to fill the position should exude the following:
1. Research Conceptualization – Coordinating with and assisting the PI in the design of experiment methodology and methods for analyzing the results of experiments.
2. Research Publications – Preparation of text, tables, and graphical information as appropriate for dissemination in peer-reviewed publications, or presentation at professional conferences or in book chapters.
3. Data Analysis – Analyzing the findings from research methods and transforming the results into formats appropriate for dissemination in peer reviewed publications or conference presentations or in formats that engender further analysis.

Required Qualifications

– PhD in computer science, mathematics, computational neuroscience, physics or appropriate discipline.
– Demonstrated experience relevant to making electrophysiological or electrochemical measurements with the desire to pursue both in conscious human subjects.
- Demonstrated track record of research excellence as indicated by peer reviewed publications and presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

– Experience with human recordings and functional MRI.

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Hours per week

40+

Review Date

12/10/25

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

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