Temporary Research Associate

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

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Worcester Until 9/12/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted July 14, 2026 Last posted July 14, 2026
Job description

JOB TITLE

Temporary Research Associate

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Electrical & Computer Engineering - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Professor Makaroff is seeking a temporary Research Associate to coordinate joint computational and experimental work with Harvard University

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

Coordination of WPI-MGH joint computational and experimental research work with Professor Fried and his team on activation/inhibition of cortical neurons by magnetic microstimulation (micro-coils). Simulation of coil fields in a dense cellular environment.

Requirements:

Biomedical engineer with knowledge of neuronal activation and interactions including synaptic activation. Knowledge of NEURON software is a plus.

Compensation:
Hourly pay rate: $35.00 per hour. This is a hybrid, 15 hour per week position until the end of August 2026.

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.

About this role

Summary

Coordinate computational and experimental research on neuronal activation; knowledge of NEURON software advantageous.

Job title

Temporary Research Associate

Experience level

none

Industry

education

Location requirements

Worcester, hybrid, 15 hours/week until August 2026

Salary

Hourly pay rate: $35.00 per hour. This is a hybrid, 15 hour per week position until the end of August 2026.

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

neuronal activationbiomedical engineering

Preferred skills

neuron software

Specializations

neural activationbiomedical engineeringsimulationneuronal interactions
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Worcester, MA, USA

Hybrid City