Research Technician

The Semel Institute is seeking to hire a full time Staff Research Associate I to work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and serve as a Research Technician. This position is responsible for assisting with basic neuroscience research using mice.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• mouse stereotaxic surgery, behavior experiments, optogenetics, calcium imaging
• mouse colony management, histology and microscopy
• attending weekly research meeting
• performing other research-related duties as required.

Required:

• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with other lab members in the context of team-based research projects.
• Skill in hands-on experimental techniques, basic troubleshooting and ability to follow detailed research protocols.
• Proficiency in data management and organization of technical information.

• B.S. preferred
• At least one year of prior neuroscience, laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience working with mice is strongly preferred.
• Strong computer skills preferred, knowledge of Matlab programming is a plus.
• Prior experience with mouse behavior combined with neural recording/manipulation is preferred.
• Prior experience with stereotaxic surgery is a plus.