Research Engineering/ Scientist Assistant

University of Texas at Austin

80d • $36,000

About The Position

The lab of Dr. Laura Colgin and The Center for Learning and Memory are seeking a Research Engineering/ Scientist Assistant to provide administrative support to the Center for Learning and Memory and technical assistance to research projects investigating the neurophysiology of learning and memory. The position is ideal for someone interested in gaining research experience in behavioral neurophysiology and/or neuronal underpinnings of learning and memory. The successful applicant will divide their time between the Center for Learning and Memory and the Colgin Lab in the Department of Neuroscience. Specifically, 25% of their time will be spent providing general administrative and clerical support to the Center for Learning and Memory, while 75% of their time will be spent performing research investigating the neuronal mechanisms of learning and memory. The position requires a general background in neuroscience, meticulous attention to detail, and outstanding organization skills. Ideally, the position will start immediately, but the start date is negotiable. Initial assignment will be for one year. Subsequent renewal will be based upon performance review, progress towards research goals, and continuation of funding.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in neuroscience or a neuroscience-related discipline

Nice To Haves

• Prior research experience in a neuroscience laboratory or a neuroscience-related laboratory
• Experience working with freely behaving laboratory rats
• Microscopy experience
• Experience sectioning brain tissue

Responsibilities

• Assist Center for Learning and Memory Director with scheduling of meetings and appointments
• Perform general administrative duties for the Center for Learning and Memory
• Assist the Center for Learning and Memory researchers with administrative tasks as required
• Sectioning and staining brain tissue
• Photomicroscopy
• Keeping track of lab protocols and records
• General lab animal care
• General laboratory maintenance
• Constructing electrophysiological recording devices
• Performing behavioral experiments in rodent models
• Data analysis

Benefits

• Retirement plan eligibility through Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Equal opportunity employer policies
• Pay transparency policies
• Employment eligibility verification through E-Verify

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees