Position Summary

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 1) maintaining inventory and ordering laboratory supplies, as well as addressing laboratory compliance related issues, 2) maintenance of mousecolony, 3) conducting research experiments under the direction of Dr. Castillo-Ruiz which willinclude behavioral procedures as well as histological and molecular biology procedures and dataanalysis, 4) assisting with the training of undergraduate students in laboratory procedures, and 5)participating actively in lab meetings.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in neuroscience or other related field; up to six months of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in basic research techniques in neuroscience or related field; word processing, spreadsheet; database and/or desktop publishing software; presentation software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. At least one year of experience with neuroscience and/or behavioral research in rodents. 

Desired Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability towork in a team as well as independently.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency withMicrosoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, CV, College Transcripts, and 2 Professional References with Contact Information

Work Hours

Typically 9-5 with some evenings and weekends

Description of End Date

This position is funded for one year from date of hire with potential for extension pending funding renewal.

Summary of Health Risks

Animals, paraformaldehyde, diaminobenzidine

Bidding eligibility ends April 29, 2025, 11:55 PM