Life Science Research Professional 2 (On-Site Only)

About the role

The Hernandez-Nunez Lab at Stanford University is seeking a research specialist with a strong background in Systems Neuroscience and/or Computational Neuroscience. This is a 100% FTE, 2-year fixed term exempt position based on the Stanford campus.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct a portion of the research project(s).
• Make recommendations on experimental design and/or research direction to principal investigator.
• Independently conduct complex (lab and/or field) experiments to gather data for a portion of a major research project.
• Interpret and analyze results, often where few guidelines exist, and make modifications to existing procedures and protocols.
• Develop new research protocols where appropriate protocols are not described in the literature or where modification or adaptation of standard procedures and protocols is required.
• Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; apply to ongoing research and development of new protocols.
• Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers for publication, especially in the results section, and to publication of findings.
• Present ongoing work to colleagues and/or academic conferences.
• Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings.
• Serve as a technical resource for other research staff.
• Oversee the daily activities of the laboratory including lab maintenance; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed.
• May assist with purchasing laboratory equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a related scientific field.
• Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
• Able to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Able to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.

Preferred/Desired

• Strong programming skills in Python and/or MATLAB.
• Experience working in systems or in computational neuroscience.
• Ideal (but not required) experience working with zebrafish.

Benefits

The expected pay range for this position is $85,376 to $99,581 per annum. Stanford University provides a comprehensive rewards package including:

• Career development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Auditing courses
• Access to film screenings and lectures
• A caring culture with superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources
• A healthier you with access to world-class exercise facilities and wellness programs
• Envyable resources including commuter programs and ridesharing incentives