Biological Scientist II

Job Description

This position supports the laboratory research of Dr. Catherine Marcinkiewcz. The lab studies Alzheimer’s disease, alcohol use disorder, pain sensitivity, and other neuroscience and pharmacology issues, using mouse models.

• Conducts mouse behavioral tests
• Mice tissue collection
• Immunohistochemistry
• Microscopy
• PCR
• Mice stereotaxic surgeries
• Other procedures

Duties

Conducts behavioral experiments and data analysis while also training personnel to conduct experiments, coordinating their activities and schedules, and managing administrative duties related to the laboratory.

• Perform research activities based on protocols developed by the PI
• Utilize multiplexed methods, including behavioral assays, genetic manipulations, molecular biology, electrophysiology, and 2D and 3D imaging
• Collect and track data, perform data entry for reports, and maintain records
• Process and analyze data, using software programs like Excel and GraphPad Prism
• Support research projects by coordinating laboratory activities and assisting with study timelines
• Prepare and maintain research compliance documentation, including IACUC, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), and other required protocols and amendments
• Maintain documentation to support compliance with institutional, federal, and laboratory safety requirements
• Work with principal investigators, laboratory personnel, and regulatory offices to support research activities and laboratory inspections
• Aid in the preparation, calibration, and maintenance of lab equipment
• Aid in the procurement of supplies and materials
• Manage colonies of multiple mouse strains, including breeding, genotyping, and culling
• Order mice and take care of experimental mice, as needed
• Update mouse colony database and manage lab mouse inventories

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience
• Master's degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience
• Doctoral degree in biology or a closely related field preferred
• Previous experience in rodent behavior and/or stereotaxic surgeries plus
• Experience with mouse models, mouse surgical procedures, microscopy, molecular techniques (immunohistochemistry), and basic statistical methods

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Retirement Options
• Leave

Pay

$55,000-$60,000

Schedule

N/A

Skills

N/A

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Retirement Options
• Leave