Research Specialist IIPrinceton University

Department Princeton Neuroscience Inst
Category Research and Laboratory
Job Type Full-Time

Overview

A Research Specialist position is available in the Princeton Neuroscience Institute at Princeton University. The Falkner lab (https://www.falknerlab.com/) focuses on neural circuit dynamics in subcortical circuits during social behavior. We are looking for an experienced research specialist to manage day-to-day laboratory operations, including animal husbandry (e.g. assist lab members with mouse breeding) and work with the researchers to design and perform experiments. We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, and hard-working individual.

This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal contingent upon funding availability and performance.

Responsibilities

- manage lab operations, including:

lab protocols and recordkeeping practices

preparations for inspections (IACUC and AALAC)

- manage mouse colony

- assist researchers with experiments and data analysis

- undertake individual research projects

- other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS) in Neuroscience or related field plus 2+ years of wetlab experience
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Experience with mice and running rodent behavior including animal husbandry
- Experience with methods in computational neuroscience.
- Proficient with programming in Python and/or Matlab.

This position is subject to the University's background check policy

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours
36.25

Eligible for Overtime
Yes

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Probationary Period
90 days

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)
No

Physical Capacity Exam Required
No

Valid Drivers License Required
No

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Salary Range
$41,000 to $60,000



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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