JOB TITLE
Temporary Research Assistant

LOCATION
Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME
Electrical & Computer Engineering - JM

DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
WPI is seeking a temporary Research Assistant to assist in Professor Sergey Makaroff lab.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

• Perform a bulk download of microglia, oligodendrocytes, pieces of astrocytes, and other non-neuronal cells for Minnie 65 brain sample from Allen Inst. of BrainScience (Seattle).

• Obtain at least such 40,000 cells (the *.stl format, proofread). Heal the meshes with alpha wrapping.

• Register them with 81,000 neuronal cells downloaded previously.

Compensation: $20 per hour. This is a part-time temporary position.

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Temporary-Research-Assistant_R0003302

About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
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