Research Associate

Job summary
Contribute to brain disease researchWork in an interdisciplinary academic environmentUnravel disease mechanisms and identify new therapeutic targets
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Perform small rodent surgeries• Manage mouse colony and maintain records• Prepare and maintain cell cultures• Conduct molecular biology techniques• Perform histology and microscopy techniques
Requirements
• BA/BS in neuroscience, biology or related field• At least 1 year of relevant experience• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills• Physical ability to perform required tasks• Preferred: experience in molecular biology
Key Skills Needed
• Small rodent surgery• Mouse colony management• Cell culture maintenance• Molecular biology techniques• Histology and microscopy
Benefits
• Competitive salary• Generous medical, dental, vision benefits• Retirement plan• Paid vacation• Commuter benefits• Access to free shuttle transportation