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OPS Research Assistant - Neurology - Movement Disorders

Inside Higher Ed, Gainesville, FL, United States


Job Details
Job No:

539582

Work Type:

Full Time

Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories:

Grant or Research Administration

Department:

29180300 - MD-NEUROLOGY-MOVEMENT DISORDER

Classification
Title:

OPS Research Assistant

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Job Description
The Movement Disorders Division within the Department of Neurology in the College of Medicine at the University of Florida is recruiting a research assistant to assist with dystonia related research protocols. This assistant will assist with transcranial magnetic stimulation based studies with the Human Motor Function and Brain Stimulation lab.

About This Role
Dr. Aparna Wagle Shukla works on elucidating physiological mechanisms in movement disorders with a specific focus on dystonia. The lab uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) technique for clinical research and repetitive TMS therapy (FDA approved for depression) as a novel therapeutic application for treatment of dystonia and other involuntary movement disorders. The primary responsibility is to conduct TMS experiments under the direct supervision of Dr. Wagle Shukla. The work involves coordination of participant visits, obtaining consents, recording data, and managing IRB related requirements.

Expected Salary
$16.80 per hour

Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, psychology, biology, health sciences, or a related field.

Prior experience supporting clinical or human subjects research studies.

Familiarity with IRB processes, informed consent procedures, and regulatory compliance.

Experience with data collection, data entry, and research record management.

Knowledge of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), neurophysiology, or movement disorders preferred.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate participant visits and manage multiple priorities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when working with research participants and multidisciplinary teams.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic research database systems.

Health Assessment Required
Yes

Our Commitment
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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