Posted in Other 30+ days ago.
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
The Undergraduate Co-op Research Assistant supports the execution of research protocols mostly focused on the physiological traits of obstructive sleep apnea. All responsibilities of the Undergraduate Co-op Research Assistant are carried out under the specific direction and supervision of the Project Manager and CIT-IIs. Duties include (but are not limited to): setting up instruments and equipment for overnight research studies, setting up research subjects for polysomnographic (PSG) recordings, monitoring subjects and equipment throughout study, help with recruiting research subjects, as well as all other duties assigned. The qualified candidate will receive training in PSG setup, troubleshooting, and scoring.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assists with major experimental protocols involving the setup of research participants, monitoring of recording equipment, and management of experimental conditions (preparing the lab for a study, monitoring the study overnight, and cleanup).
2. Prepares and applies electrodes for sleep polysomnographic recordings according to standard procedures.
3. Assists in collecting data. Monitors data collection equipment, including subject testing computers and PSG collection systems.
4. Identifies different stages of sleep. Troubleshoots technical problems that occur throughout the study.
5. Follows universal/standard precautions and maintains clean and safe work and subject areas, reports unsafe work areas to appropriate personnel.
6. Maintains the safety and well being of the experimental subjects at all times.
7. Demonstrates professionalism and respect for subject rights and individual needs.
8. Collaborates with other CCI staff members to more effectively organize work to get all research events completed as scheduled.
9. Assists with the recruitment of research subjects using medical databases. Screens subjects with a phone interview.
10. Performs all other laboratory duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
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