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Allen Institute · 2 weeks ago

Research Associate I – In Vivo Large-Scale Electrophysiology

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$54K/yr - $66K/yr

2+ years exp

The Allen Institute is dedicated to understanding the principles that govern life and advancing health through foundational research. They are seeking a Research Associate to contribute to a project focused on recording the activity of thousands of neurons across various brain regions using state-of-the-art electrophysiological methods.

Neuroscience

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Independently carry out experiments involving in vivo electrophysiology and optogenetics

Train mice to perform behavioral tasks

Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop and evaluate methods for data collection, quantification, and analysis

Collaborate internally and externally to analyze physiology and behavior data

Qualification

Vivo electrophysiologyMouse behaviorData analysisPython codingOptogeneticsLaboratory experienceCollaborationTeam-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, Biology, or related discipline

Independently carry out experiments involving in vivo electrophysiology and optogenetics

Train mice to perform behavioral tasks

Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop and evaluate methods for data collection, quantification, and analysis

Collaborate internally and externally to analyze physiology and behavior data

Exposure to and handling of laboratory animals required

Pre and post-operative care for mice

Administration of compounds to mice (iv, ip, sc, po, im, ro, icv)

Perform health assessments of mice

Perform euthanasia and tissue collections

Fine motor movements in fingers/hands to operate computers and other office equipment; repetitive motion with lab equipment

Stooping, bending, crouching

Reaching, or climbing ladders

Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required

All employees who work with live animals must complete an Occupational Health medical history form and/or consultation with an Occupational Health Provider and receive clearance to work with animals

Preferred

2 years of experience in a laboratory setting

Practical experience in in vivo electrophysiology and/or mouse behavior

Ability to code in Python or Matlab

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Basic life insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Company

Allen Institute

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The Allen Institute is dedicated to answering some of the biggest questions in bioscience and accelerating research worldwide.

Founded in 2003

Seattle, Washington, USA

501-1000 employees

https://alleninstitute.org/

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