Research Assistant I/II - Neurology (Manwani Lab)

About the role

This individual will conduct and coordinate daily preclinical research on stroke and heart–brain interactions, including animal experiments, tissue collection, laboratory assays, data analysis, and accurate documentation. They will also support mouse colony management, laboratory operations, and collaboration across the research team.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, performs laboratory experiments and activities to support research objectives.
• Collects, organizes, and prepares research data to provide needed information to principal investigators and other researchers. Updates notebooks, records, and databases as needed.
• Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Orders laboratory and/or other supplies as directed by senior research staff.
• Stays abreast of new and updated procedures and protocols for the research laboratory. Must maintain compliance with required training. May participate in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops.
• As needed, may coordinate the work of technicians to ensure efficient, timely, and high-quality results.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree required. May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement.
• Minimum Experience: Research Assistant I – None. Research Assistant II – One year of related experience in a research or clinical lab environment. May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.

Physical Requirements

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.