Research Technician III - Neurology

About the role

The Department of Neurology- Neuroscience is seeking a full‑time Research Technician III with experience in multidisciplinary neuroscience/genetics to support research in an active NIH‑funded laboratory program investigating mouse models of epilepsy. Projects involve in vivo/in vitro electrophysiological microelectrode and EEG analysis, small animal surgery, immunohistochemistry, and related RNA techniques.

Responsibilities

• 80% Laboratory Research Operations
  • Genotyping – sending mouse DNA samples for analysis
  • Immunohistochemistry – cutting brain sections and staining them with specific antibodies
  • Analyzing results of all collected and compiled data and reporting them to the PI
  • Supporting maintenance of the mouse colony
  • Conducting literature searches and summarizing information in an appropriate format for a particular study
• 15% Laboratory Research Administration and Support
  • May develop and modify computer programs
  • Record keeping
  • Image analysis – using computerized software to quantify stained brain sections
  • Working with faculty researcher and other technicians who will train in specialized techniques
• 5% Other responsibilities
  • Overseeing maintenance of lab equipment and environment
  • Performing other job‑related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Basic Science or related field (four years of related experience may substitute for the degree requirement)
• One year of relevant experience
• Work authorization: this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field (preferred)
• General laboratory and mouse colony experience (preferred)
• Prior experience in neuroscience and interest in disease models (preferred)