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Carnegie Mellon University · 1 month ago

Research Assistant - Mellon College of Science - Biological Sciences Department

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world’s most renowned education institutions. They are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to support the Hong Lab in investigating neuronal circuits underlying sensory-guided behavior and decision-making, which includes maintaining a mouse colony and assisting with behavioral training.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Training animals to perform behavioral tasks, including the daily handling and training of mice, monitoring and documenting animal health

Performing experiments for data acquisition and analysis

Overseeing daily operations of the animal colony including maintaining transgenic lines, animal husbandry, tissue sample collection for genotyping, PCR, and ensuring the well-being of the animals

Overseeing orientation of new lab members in the proper care of animals and their environment; ensuring humane care of animals is valued and encouraged according to high ethical and scientific standards

Maintaining and ordering general lab reagents and supplies

Qualification

Animal handlingBehavioral trainingData acquisitionNeuroscience degreeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in neuroscience or related field (biology, engineering, computer science) required

1-3 years of experience working with animals (handling, behavioral training, or maintaining) is required

Must have prior experience with, and be comfortable with working regularly with mice

The ideal candidate is organized, responsible and service-minded, able to work well independently within a team environment

Strong interpersonal and communications are essential for working with multiple lab members and understanding changing research needs and providing technical advice when needed

A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered

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