Associate Researcher I (Dr. Batista Brito's Lab) - Neurosciences

Mount Sinai Health System • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Associate Researcher I will support ongoing studies of cortical inhibitory circuits, neuronal activity, and sleep–wake regulation, while assisting with animal colony management, experimental procedures, and general laboratory organization. The role includes supporting in vivo neuroscience experiments and laboratory procedures, collecting and preliminarily analyzing data, maintaining laboratory supplies and records, and collaborating with other laboratory members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in science or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain accurate experimental records.

Nice To Haves

• One year of research experience preferred.
• Previous laboratory research experience, preferably in neuroscience or a related biological discipline.

Responsibilities

• Assist with in vivo neuroscience experiments, including behavioral testing, imaging, and electrophysiological recordings.
• Perform laboratory procedures, including tissue collection, histology, immunohistochemistry, and microscopy.
• Collect, organize, and perform preliminary analysis of experimental data.
• Prepare reagents and maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and experimental records.
• Support laboratory organization, inventory management, and compliance with institutional animal research and laboratory safety requirements.
• Work collaboratively with graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other laboratory members.
• Perform other related duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level