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The de Hemptinne Lab at the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases is seeking a motivated Medical Scientist II to join our team to support research focused on deep brain stimulation (DBS) for treating cerebellar ataxia in a novel clinical trial. The successful candidate will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and clinicians to develop cutting-edge neuromodulation techniques.
The Medical Scientist will perform work central to support new projects in the lab, collecting data, and developing data analysis pipelines to support research projects, including quality assurance analysis, statistical analysis, visualization, and interpretation. This team member will interface with several data modalities, including intracranial neurophysiology, wearable sensor data, medical imaging, behavioral task data, and clinical data. The scientist will assist with data collection, data analysis, help with study design, and contribute to developing technology to facilitate the data collection and analysis. The individual will be expected to collaborate effectively with members of the de Hemptinne Lab and other teams to facilitate program activities and resolve technical problems.
The successful candidate must have strong technical skills with a background in data science/engineering in medical research and excellent written and oral communication skills. Creativity and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.
About This Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Collecting, cleaning, storing, organizing, and maintaining data for advanced analysis
- Digital signal processing of biological signals (cardiac, brain, muscular, and others)
- Statistical analysis of research data
- Data quality assurance protocols
- Medical image (MRI, DWI, CT) processing using open-source programs such as 3D Slicer, ANTs, or similar
- Designing and implementing behavioral task protocols
- Designing and implementing techniques for objective symptom quantification
- Testing wearable devices for research protocols (Apple Watch, Fit Bit, or similar)
- Develop data analysis pipelines
- Data management and storage of human subjects’ research data in compliance with regulatory policy
- Supporting manuscript writing, grant writing, and presentation preparation
About the Neurology – Movement Disorders & Neurorestoration Program
The University of Florida Health Center for Movement Disorders & Neurorestoration is a nationally recognized hub for patient-centered care and innovation. Guided by the philosophy that integrated, interdisciplinary care is the most effective approach for managing movement disorders and basal ganglia-related conditions, our Center brings together leading specialists to provide comprehensive motor, cognitive, and behavioral diagnoses and treatments—all under one roof.
To learn more about our mission in advancing care, research, and hope for individuals with movement disorders, feel free to visit our website. https://movementdisorders.ufhealth.org/
We Offer Exceptional Benefits:
- Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Generous Retirement Options to secure your future
- Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packages: (includes over 10 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick and vacation leave)
- Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs, leadership development, LinkedIn Learning, and more
- Tuition Assistance through the UF Employee Education Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
About Gainesville, Florida:
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