RF: Research Assistant

Location: Oswego, NY Category: Research Foundation Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Thu Nov 5 2026 Job Description:

The Research Foundation for SUNY invites applications for a Research Assistant. While this position is located on the campus of SUNY Oswego, this is not a New York State position.

Posting Date: November 5, 2026

Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Benefit Information: The Research Foundation for SUNY offers an excellent benefit package, for more information click here. (https://benefits.rfsuny.org/)

Date of Appointment: As soon as possible, contingent upon receipt of anticipated funding.

Description of Responsibilities:

We are seeking a passionate, responsible, and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support an ongoing neuroimaging study of healthy adults and people with Mild Cognitive Impairment. The Research Assistant will work closely with the other members of the research team on all aspects of this study and will be responsible for recruiting subjects eligible for the study. The Research Assistant will conduct screening and interviews, and schedule and run MRI scan sessions and behavioral testing sessions. More generally, the individual will participate in lab meetings and other activities with the research team. This position is an excellent opportunity for a candidate interested in gaining research experience in a neuroimaging environment.

Although the position will be based on the campus of SUNY Oswego, the appointment will be made through the Research Foundation for SUNY, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer actively engaged in recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We encourage applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim SUNY status, or criminal conviction.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy-related conditions, reproductive health decisions, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, familial status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic characteristics/genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, military status or service, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state or local law.

SUNY Oswego works continuously to create an inclusive environment that respects, embraces, and promotes cultural safety, belonging, civil discourse, cultural humility, and other values and goals outlined in SUNY Oswego's Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan (https://ww1.oswego.edu/diversity/) . As such, the incumbent is expected to contribute to these efforts and possess communication and interpersonal skills necessary to engage effectively with an increasingly diverse community of students and colleagues.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Sciences, etc.)

• Strong recent academic references.

• Strong computer skills including Word and Excel, and excellent administrative and organization skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly communicate with individuals with cognitive impairment, and high sensitivity to and patient with elderly individuals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field (e.g., Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Sciences, etc.)

• Experience in recruiting participants for studies and working in a psychology/neuroimaging environment.

• Experience in scientific writing and writing ethical permissions for human studies is desirable.

• Experience in analyzing behavioral and fMRI data using programing language and software (e.g., MATLAB, SPM, R).

At SUNY Oswego, we value the diversity found within each member of our campus community and strive to create an environment where that diversity is embraced and enhanced. Recognizing the strength of diversity, our mission is to foster an environment that respects, embraces, and promotes cultural competence, civil discourse, and active engagement in developing an inclusive and vibrant community of scholars who act as transformational agents of change and responsible global citizens. For more information, see SUNY Oswego's Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan (https://ww1.oswego.edu/diversity/) .

As a candidate seeking consideration, you are asked to submit a separate statement specifically addressing how your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion has been evidenced in your career experience and professional activity, and/or community service (volunteer work, etc.), and/or professional development. (Please see Application Instructions)

Additional Information:

Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity. SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively engaged in recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We encourage applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim SUNY status, or criminal conviction. Please click here (https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/non-discrimination-policy) to see our full non-discrimination policy.

In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to work in the United States per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Requests for reasonable accommodations of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to Dr. Starr Wheeler, ADA/504 Compliance Officer at [email protected] or 315-312-3872

For Campus Safety information, please click here (https://www.oswego.edu/police/annual-report) to see the Annual Security and Fire Report (Clery).

SUNY Oswego is a smoke free/tobacco/e-cigarette free campus. Click here (https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/sites/human-resources/files/tobacco\_smoke\_free\_policy\_final.pdf) for further policy details, including education and cessation resources.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation.

Search Chair:

If you have questions about the position, please contact: Sien Hu, Search Chair at [email protected]

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.