Data Technician

Penn Information Systems & Computing

Neuroimaging Data Technician providing support for managing and analyzing data at University of Pennsylvania. Responsibilities include data management, coding, and statistical analysis with R.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timePhiladelphia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $27 - $28 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in managing and analyzing neuroimaging data, with strong skills in data cleaning, statistical analysis using R, and programming in Python. Capable of communicating effectively with researchers and producing technical documentation.

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Data ManagementStatistical Analysis Using RPython ProgrammingNeuroimaging Tools (FSL, SPM, AFNI, ANTs)Linux/Unix/Bash Scripting

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Hard Skills

Data CleaningStatistical ProgrammingData QueryingData Export/ImportProgramming LanguagesData ManipulationTechnical DocumentationNeuroimaging MethodsAttention to DetailAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCapacity for Learning

Industry Keywords

Neuroimaging DataBiomedical ResearchPsychological ResearchData AccuracyResearch Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide support for managing and analyzing neuroimaging data.
Manage and clean data, and query databases to create reports and determine data accuracy.
Export/import data between different sources.
Write and edit existing code to organize data for analyses.
Assist with basic statistical analyses using R and other tools.
Check incoming neuroimaging data for completeness and accuracy and process it with available scripts.
Communicate with researchers to obtain missing information.
Write technical and user documentation.
Developed understanding of neuroimaging methods related to various funded imaging grants in the Lab.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree with major in Data Science, Psychology, Statistics, Computer Science or related field.
0 to 1 year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred experience in biomedical or psychological research or data management.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Experience with Python preferred.
Useful experience with Linux/Unix/Bash scripting.
Extensive knowledge of tools for manipulating and converting data.
Facility with numbers and meticulous attention to detail.
Experience with statistics and statistical programming (R preferred).
Programming experience with one or more general-purpose programming languages preferred.
Capacity for learning new technical skills independently.
Preferred experience with neuroimaging tools (FSL, SPM, AFNI, ANTs).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Tuition assistance for employees, their spouses, and dependent children at Penn and other institutions.
Generous retirement plans allowing pre-tax or Roth savings through TIAA and Vanguard.
Substantial time away from work for personal affairs or recovery from illness.
Long-term care insurance for faculty and staff and eligible family members.
A variety of wellness programs and resources promoting work-life balance.
Professional and personal development resources available for employees.
Access to University libraries, athletic facilities, and cultural activities.