Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Neurosurgery

About the role

We are seeking a motivated candidate to join our research team focused on the relationship between neuroplasticity and stroke recovery, and testing neuromodulation therapies for stroke rehabilitation. Prior research experience is not required; however, previous experience in a research environment is preferred. The successful candidate will have a strong interest in scientific research and a willingness to participate in studies involving animal models as required by the research program.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs projects, experiments, data collection, and data analysis under the direction of the PI or lab members.
• Designs experiments under guidance of PI or senior lab members.
• Performs data entry and maintains lab notebook.
• Receives mentorship for activities related to career goals and objectives (i.e., PhD or MD programs).
• Drafts materials for manuscripts, presentations, and/or posters as directed by PI.
• Reviews literature related to relevant research.
• Learns lab functions helpful in running a lab (e.g., purchasing, explaining protocols to other lab members).
• Aids in developing procedures and guidelines for the lab.
• Aids with general lab upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

Education

• Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree
• Preferred Qualifications: Not applicable

Skills

• Analytical Thinking
• Data Entry
• Detail-Oriented
• Research Labs

More About This Job

This position is time-limited up to no more than 3 years. The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.