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The Robinson Lab is recruiting a Research Assistant to participate in NIH-funded systems neuroscience studies that use genetically encoded sensors to record brain activity in mice modeling neurodevelopmental disorders.
REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
Follow established research protocols. Understand the scientific principles involved in the research. Apply those principles to troubleshoot and modify procedures and techniques when appropriate. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments. Analyze data and perform statistical and graphical analysis of data. Design and execute daily laboratory experiments in coordination with senior laboratory personnel. Apply standard protocols to specific experiments. Assists in training post doctoral fellows, graduate students, and junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment. Capable of directing an undergraduate trainee in simple, well-established procedures. Maintains an active role in laboratory's meetings, presentations, and publications. Contributes material for reports, publications, journal articles, and abstracts. Able to orally present data in group presentations. Research and improve current methods
Utilize internal and external resources to reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques, bring in new techniques or modify existing techniques. Evaluate innovative techniques Lab Administration
Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Troubleshoot and/or make modifications as necessary to established procedures. Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintain cell cultures. Operate standard laboratory equipment. Willing and able to assist in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness. Maintains optimal protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality checks. Provides appropriate safety monitoring checks as assigned (radiation safety, biosafety, etc.) Serve as a Resource
Demonstrate competence in specific knowledge, skills and behaviors. Effectively communicate with team members and contribute to their growth by sharing knowledge, experience, and skills. Stay abreast of changes in key systems. Serve as a resource to the department in specific area(s). Customer Service
Maintain/manage strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders. Respond to requests quickly and effectively. Identify and understand customer needs and expectations and meets them. Communicate any relevant information to clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field ( prefer biology, neuroscience, biomedical engineering) Knowledge of statistical process control principles 1 year of work experience in a related job discipline OR Master's degree in a related field
Unique Skills:
Candidates must have a willingness to learn stereotaxic surgeries, as well as the use of fiber photometry and/or calcium imaging in behaving mice. Experience with electrophysiological methods (in vivo or patch clamp) is a plus. The position requires a working knowledge of Matlab, Python, or an equivalent coding language. Applicants with a background in biomedical or electrical engineering will also be considered.
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