Other duties will include: ā¢ Installing complex research computing hardware and software ā¢ Maintaining computer software, tracking all software updates, and testing equipment function after such updates ā¢ Operating MRI machines safely and effectively ā¢ Arranging schedule and executing multiple neuroimaging scanning sessions per week ā¢ Helping design and execute on participant recruitment strategies for healthy participants and people with aphasia, cerebral palsy, and ALS, and related disorders ā¢ Maintaining data collection records, tracking all relevant aspects of each neuroimaging session ā¢ Ensuring data quality through regular inspection of data and regularly running analysis pipelines on newly collected data ā¢ Meeting regularly with researchers to plan and practice execution of research sessions ā¢ Assembling unique systems to perform new unusual or special tests ā¢ Conducting a broad range of experiments involving advanced technology, contributing to the design of experimental protocols to achieve the scientific objectives of the research project ā¢ Working closely with the Supervisor and with colleagues at other universities ā¢ Assisting with other neurotechnology research projects as assigned by the Supervisor ā¢ Functioning as the principal technical specialist for the research unit or for a specific research project ā¢ Attending weekly lab meetings in person at Stanford University or by videoconference, may present data, submit abstracts, present posters, and assist with research manuscripts ā¢ Assisting with participant recruitment efforts ā¢ Leading some aspects of event planning, such as assembling invite lists or securing a venue. ā¢ Bachelors degree with coursework in engineering, biology, or neuroscience ā¢ 1-2 years related experience in neuroscience or electrical or computer engineering ā¢ Extraordinary interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a complex multi-institutional team ā¢ Ability to comfortably and sensitively interact with study participants ā¢ Ability to work independently, take initiative, and prioritize tasks ā¢ Ability to coordinate activities with colleagues at multiple sites ā¢ Superb organizational skills and ability to multi-task ā¢ Excellent attention to detail and ability to document research activities ā¢ Familiarity with Linux, Unix command line is advantageous ā¢ Experience with data analysis in Python is advantageous ā¢ Experience in neuroimaging is advantageous ā¢ Excellent writing and communication skills in the English language ā¢ Excellent problem-solving skills ā¢ Safeguards the privacy of information and keeps appropriate information confidential ā¢ Ease interacting with and taking direction from multiple levels, including physicians, scientists, and engineers via teleconferences and/or videoconferences ā¢ Previous experience in a research environment is advantageous.