Temporary Research Assistant

JOB TITLE

Temporary Research Assistant

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Electrical & Computer Engineering - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Seeking a Research Assistant to perform experimental work to support joint cellular modeling work with Mass General Hospital.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

• Perform experimental work on neuronal excitation with micro-coils in collaboration in collaboration with the group of Dr. Shelley Fried (Mass General Hospital). 
• Process experimental data and explain/classify them based on numerical modeling with boundary element fast multipole method.

Requirements:

• Basic knowledge of cellular neuroscience/neuromodulation
• Basic knowledge of computational neuroscience (electric-field modeling)

Compensation:

Hourly rate is $21 per hour based on experience.

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.