Research Assistants for Neuroimaging Study in Pain and Addiction

New Haven, CT    ·      Part time

Our lab is looking for motivated undergraduate research assistants to help with data collection for our new NIH-funded study examining the relationship between the neural responses to pain and alcohol addiction. We use fMRI to investigate the brain processes underlying acute pain reactivity and use such processes, along with physiological and behavioral metrics, to predict drinking trajectory and relapse.

The position represents valuable hands-on research experience, thus particularly ideal for those who consider grad or med school following their undergraduate studies.

Due to the ongoing nature of the study and the training required, time commitment is recommended at 2 semesters minimum. We accommodate flexible hours and workload to minimize conflicts with the RAs’ other academic responsibilities.

For inquiries, please contact the PI at thang.le@yale.edu or 203-974-7360

Principal Responsibilities: 

The responsibility for the position includes recruitment of drinkers in the local areas, support with data collection (fMRI and clinical assessments), and data management. The RAs will have additional opportunities to learn fMRI technique (e.g., processing and analysis) as well as the brain functions involving pain and addiction.

Lab Name:  Li lab

Lab Address:  Connecticut Mental Health Center see map 

34 Park street

New Haven, CT

Required Skills/Abilities: 

As all training will be provided, the position has no specific skill requirements. However, the RAs can expect to work directly with human subjects, handle data on computers, and be detail oriented. Our location is Yale Department of Psychiatry at the Connecticut Mental Health Center (34 Park street, New Haven). Working remotely is not available for this position.

Hours:  Flexible

Hours per Week:  6.00

Time of Day: Afternoon

Morning

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