#  Research Assistant Position: Neuroimaging of Pain and Neuroinflammation 

 



Research Assistant Position: Neuroimaging of Pain and Neuroinflammation  
Marco Loggia, Pain and Neuroinflammation Imaging Laboratory, A.A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging, Medical School  
2024-2025   
  
The main objective of the Pain and Neuroinflammation Imaging Laboratory is to study brain mechanisms of human chronic pain conditions using advanced imaging modalities such as Positron Emission Tomography/Magnetic Resonance Imaging (PET/MRI). **Responsibilities**: Assist Clinical Research Coordinators with participant recruitment (e.g., phone screening, sending out pre-screening surveys) and study visits: (1) data collection (e.g., brain imaging, behavioral data); (2) data entry and quality control and assurance; (3) processing biospecimen (e.g., blood, saliva, urine); (4) assist with data analysis and regulatory requirements; and (5) assist with other miscellaneous laboratory tasks (e.g., freezer inventory, managing the lab website, help with purchases). **Requirements and Expectations**: Requirements: (1) minimum 8 hours/week, ideally at least 12 hours/week; and (2) full academic year commitment, to start ASAP. Expectations: (1) attention to detail; (2) professionalism and mature demeanor; and (3) strong communication skills, sense of initiative, and motivation. **Additional Information**: This is an unpaid, in-person position. The location is at 149 Thirteenth St, Charlestown, MA 02129. A free shuttle is available from MGH main campus and North Station, with about a 15-min shuttle ride to/from MGH. The lab website is at <https://loggialab.mgh.harvard.edu/>. **To Apply**: Please send your resume and cover letter to Ellie Kim at <ekim35@mgh.harvard.edu>. (posted 9/2024)  
  
 

 



 

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