Faculty Assistant

University of Maryland•College Park, MD

22h•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

A position is available immediately for a Faculty Assistant to contribute to studies in neural crest and placode cells in chick and mouse models. The Faculty Assistant will conduct research, assist in the training of students, and take a lead role in the management of the laboratory of Dr. Lisa Taneyhill at the University of Maryland, College Park. The role requires active participation in experimental design, data generation and analysis, and scholarly dissemination. The successful candidate will operate within a dynamic research environment and contribute to advancing the lab’s scientific objectives. The role also requires strong organizational and lab management skills.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a related field (e.g., cell biology, developmental biology) and prior laboratory research experience is essential.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills.
Laboratory skills should include, but are not limited to, molecular biology and biochemistry assays, and tissue and cell culture.

Nice To Haves

Experience with microscopy and embryology is desirable.
Experience with mouse handling and colony management is desirable.

Responsibilities

Contribute to daily laboratory operations, including organization, inventory, management, and compliance with safety protocols.
Design and execute experiments focused on neural crest and placode cell development.
Analyze and interpret experimental data; contribute to figure generation and scientific reporting.
Maintain accurate, detailed, and reproducible laboratory records.
Apply and maintain proficiency in relevant laboratory techniques (e.g., molecular biology, biochemistry, histology, microscopy, cell culture).
Assist with mouse handling, colony management, and related experimental procedures.
Engage collaboratively with the PI and research team to advance project goals and timelines.