Organization Overview

The emergence of new optical technologies combined with molecular sensors and advanced computational tools has led to significant advances in understanding how the circuitry and dynamics of neuronal populations give rise to brain functions and behavior. The Laboratory of Neurotechnology and Biophysics (LNB) has a significant focus on developing and applying advanced optical imaging technologies with applications for systems neuroscience. Over the last few years, the lab has developed a portfolio of optical techniques that allow near-simultaneous stimulation and functional imaging of neuronal activity on the whole-brain level at the single-cell level in small model organisms and, more recently, in the more scattering rodent brain.

Overview

Working as part of a small team on the development of advanced neuroimaging technologies, the Research Assistant will contribute to the application of molecular tools in animal models, and support the application of the lab's imaging technologies to rodents.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting cranial window surgery

• Viral delivery of constructs

• Molecular biology and animal behavior

• Mouse colony management

• Performing optical microscopy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science required; educational emphasis in neuroscience or molecular biology preferred.

• Must be highly motivated and have basic knowledge of rodent neuroanatomy and previous lab experience with rodents including cranial window surgery, and work with viral delivery of constructs.

• Basic knowledge and hands-on experience with molecular biology work including cloning, plasmid design, and sequencing highly desirable.

• Must be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple tasks and projects.

• Previous experience with rodent behavior or managing a colony preferred.

• Experience with one or more types of optical microscopy is preferred.

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, self-motivation, enthusiasm for research, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be able to work both independently and as part of a team

The Rockefeller University is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans.

Compensation Range: Min

USD $46,000.00/Yr.

Compensation Range: Max

USD $50,000.00/Yr.

Job Locations US-NY-New York

Category Science

Position Type Regular Full-Time