Research Engineering/Scientist Assistant
University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
Perform research experiments and assist in general lab management in the lab of Dr. Amy Lee. Initial assignment will be for one year. Subsequent renewal of employment will be based upon performance review, progress towards research goals, and continuation of funding.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience or related field
- Experience with mouse handling and behavioral assays
- Experience with genotyping and PCR
- At least two years of wet lab experience
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of histology and confocal microscopy techniques
Responsibilities
- Perform experiments relating to mouse behavioral and/or electrophysiological assays measuring visual and somatosensory function.
- Collaborate with other lab personnel on projects.
- Assistance in mouse colony management and training of other lab personnel in lab techniques and mouse colony management as needed.
- Assistance with general lab management duties including ordering, receiving, and record-keeping; assisting with oversight of compliance protocols (e.g., IACUC, IBC); onboarding of personnel; maintaining lab equipment.
- Help with supervising of undergraduate assistants.
- Reading scientific literature, writing parts of manuscripts, attendance of seminars/lab meetings, presenting research at internal and external conferences.
Benefits
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
