Research Assistant-Psychology
About The Position
Temple University's College of Liberal Arts Psychology Department is searching for a Research Assistant! This full-time Research Assistant will manage multiple aspects of the research process. The Research Assistant will collect, curate and maintain records of data, help analyze and disseminate the data related to the project. The Research Assistant will also be responsible for performing rodent surgical procedures and rodent behavioral assays. The Research Assistant will also be responsible for some administrative tasks, including ordering supplies for the lab, IACUC, IBC and EHRS protocol submission and revisions. The successful candidate will perform other duties as assigned. The Memory Epigenetics and Addiction Laboratory at Temple University, directed by Dr. Mathieu Wimmer, is seeking a Research Assistant and technician to contribute to cutting edge behavioral neuroscience research as part of an NIH-funded project. The overarching goal of the research program is to better understand cell-type specific mechanisms that confer addiction vulnerability and/or resilience using animal models of substance use and opioid dependence.
Requirements
- B.A. or B.S. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or Engineering
- At least six months of directly related work experience
- Prior research experience in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field
- Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency with MS Office suite or similar spreadsheet, database, word processing and presentation software
- Experience working with rodents and a wet lab setting
- Demonstrated interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills
- Strong project management, organizational, and planning skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience with molecular biology techniques
- Some experience managing or monitoring the work of others
- Comfortable giving presentations to small groups
- Ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends to administer study protocols as necessary
Responsibilities
- Collect, curate and maintain records of data
- Analyze and disseminate the data related to the project
- Perform rodent surgical procedures
- Perform rodent behavioral assays
- Order supplies for the lab
- Submit and revise IACUC, IBC and EHRS protocols
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Tuition remission
- A generous retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
