Research and Development Specialist

5 days ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States University of Minnesota Full time

Job Overview

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We are seeking a highly skilled Research and Development Specialist to join our interdisciplinary lab focused on neurophysiological and neuromodulation studies of decision making, with applications to addiction, chronic pain, and mood disorders.

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About the Job

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  • Develops computer code for running and analyzing closed-loop neural recording and stimulation experiments
  • Work with scientists, physicians, and engineers to transform complex requirements into software solutions
  • Assists with administering behavioral and stimulation experiments
  • Analyzes, curates, and debugs codes written by other programmers and scientists
  • Analyzes and integrates existing commercial and open-source software solutions with tailored in-house software solutions
  • Programs databases according to design specifications of data models using state-of-the-art languages to access databases
  • Integrates scientific software packages with database solutions
  • Designs and develops user interfaces to scientific software packages
  • Develops web- and app-interfaces to scientific software packages
  • Develop code to control and interact with hardware for running experiments
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Responsibilities

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The ideal candidate will possess excellent programming skills, particularly in Python and R, as well as experience with data analysis and visualization. Strong communication and collaboration skills are also essential for this role, as the candidate will work closely with faculty members, research assistants, and other team members to advance our research goals.

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Requirements

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  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Neuroscience, or a related field
  • At least 2 years of experience in research and development, preferably in a university setting
  • Excellent programming skills in Python and R
  • Experience with data analysis and visualization tools, such as Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
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Benefits

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We offer a competitive salary range of $65,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off.

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Estimated Salary: $72,500

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Location

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) is located in Minneapolis, MN, and offers a vibrant and diverse community with extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

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Working at the University

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The University of Minnesota prioritizes work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. We offer a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.



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