Research Technician 2, School of Medicine, Pharmacology

Boston University • Boston, MA

32d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Technician contributes to research in the Sabino and Cottone Laboratories investigating the neurobiology of addiction, stress, motivation, and related neuropsychiatric disorders. The position performs and assists with behavioral, surgical, molecular, histological, and imaging procedures in rodent models; collects, organizes, and analyzes research data; maintains the animal colony; and contributes to laboratory operations in accordance with institutional animal care, biosafety, and research protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Biology, Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of related research experience.
• Previous experience conducting intracranial surgeries.
• Proficiency with digital image analysis and fluorescence quantification applications for cell counting and tissue microscopy analysis.
• Proficiency with statistical and scientific graphing software for data analysis, statistical functions, and preparation of publication-ready figures.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for data tracking and presentation.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong record-keeping skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective time and priority management.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team.
• Dependability.
• Professional maturity.
• Ethical and integrity standards.
• Persistence in addressing research challenges.
• Resilience under pressure.
• Receptiveness to constructive feedback.

Nice To Haves

• Additional relevant research experience.
• Expertise in the techniques described above.

Responsibilities

• Performs and assists with behavioral, surgical, molecular, histological, and imaging procedures in rodent models.
• Collects, organizes, and analyzes research data.
• Maintains the animal colony.
• Contributes to laboratory operations in accordance with institutional animal care, biosafety, and research protocols.
• Meets project deadlines.
• Performs precise laboratory work.
• Adapts to changing conditions and research priorities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level