Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Neurosurgery

The Center for Applied Neural Engineering Lab in the Department of Neurological Surgery at WashU Medicine has an opening for a motivated Research Assistant. The lab is interested in the development and validation of electrode/tissue interfaces for regenerative and rehabilitative applications.

Requirements

• Assists with various aspects of the research process in a laboratory setting under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel
• Performs projects, experiments, data collection, and data analysis
• Designs experiments under guidance of PI or senior lab members
• Reviews literature related to relevant research
• Assists in developing procedures and guidelines for the lab
• Assists with general lab upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation
• 10 recognized holidays
• Sick time
• Competitive health insurance packages
• Free Metro transit U-Pass
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan
• Wellness challenges
• Annual health screenings
• Mental health resources
• Mindfulness programs and courses
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Financial resources
• Access to dietitians