Research Assistant II
About The Position
The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a full-time Research Assistant II position in our neuroscience laboratory. The role will provide research support for several projects focused on understanding the circuit neurobiology of learning and flexible behavior in mice using tools such as fiber photometry recording and optogenetic manipulations, as well as advanced microscopy for anatomic/histologic analysis. The qualified candidate will work closely with division members, including undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral research scientists, and faculty members. The Research Assistant must be highly organized, detailed-focused, and results driven. The candidate should also possess exceptional communication skills and work effectively with a diverse group of researchers. The Research Assistant must be capable of working with minimal supervision and capable of thoroughly documenting and communicating daily activities and experiments.
Requirements
- BS/BA or equivalent degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or related field
- At least (6) months of experience in the handling of laboratory mice.
- At least (1) year of experience using standard graphing software and Microsoft Office suite.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in conducting mouse behavioral tests.
- Experience in circuit-based analysis of behavior using, e.g., stereotaxic surgeries, viral expression of proteins of interest, behavioral analysis, immunohistochemistry, fluorescence microscopy.
- Familiarity with Graphpad Prism, MATLAB, and/or MedPC.
Responsibilities
- Conduct mouse colony maintenance, including breeding, drug administration, postsurgical care, etc.
- Independently execute behavioral assays of mouse behavior, including motor function, attention and memory, anxiety and fear, and motivation.
- Perform stereotaxic surgical procedures on mice.
- Process brain tissue for immunohistochemical analysis.
- Acquire, process, and perform quantification of images obtained by microscopy.
- Analysis of data using statistical techniques.
- Keep detailed records and reports and discuss progress of work regularly with project supervisor and Principal Investigators.
Benefits
- Excellent Benefits Package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
