Research Support Assistant, Level II

New York State Psychiatry Institute•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Research Support Assistant II position at the New York State Psychiatric Institute. The Research Support Assistant II will conduct experiments aimed at understanding the neurobiology of psychiatric disorders using mouse models.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in biological science (including Psychology)
Minimum (6) months experience in the handling of laboratory mice.
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Powerpoint

Nice To Haves

Experience in mouse behavioral tests is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and efficiently on a research project.
Familiarity with Photoshop, Matlab or MedPC is preferred.

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.
Maintain inventory of needed reagents and supplies.
Process brain tissue for immunohistochemical analysis.
Acquire, process, and perform quantification of images obtained by microscopy.
Analysis of data using statistical techniques.
Assist with IACUC protocol preparation, data preparation toward manuscript publication and grant applications.
Perform molecular biology procedures.
Prepare solutions for experiments.
Keep detailed records and reports and discuss progress of work regularly with project supervisor and Principal Investigators.
Facilitate lab compliance with institutional policies and procedures in the areas of safety, environmental and infection control under Lab Manager's supervision.