Behavioral Neuroscience Lab Assistant — Animal Studies

Mass General Brigham; Belmont (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA is seeking a Research Assistant to support behavioral neuroscience studies in animal models, including MRI-based experiments and pharmacology assays. You will assist in daily experiments, data collection, and ensure study protocols are followed under supervision.

The role emphasizes teamwork, data analysis with statistics software, and contribution to lab operations and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or high school diploma/equivalent required.
• Experience with handling live lab rats preferred.
• Experience in lieu of a degree is not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Assists other laboratory staff with health monitoring of laboratory rats and handling.
• Data collation and statistical analysis using lab equipment and computers.
• Participate in training of students and newer staff after training.

Skills

Data analysis

Lab assistance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred or High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Tools

Startle equipment (San Diego Instruments Brand)

Job description

Mass General Brigham's McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA is seeking a Research Assistant to support behavioral neuroscience studies in animal models, including MRI-based experiments and pharmacology assays. You will assist in daily experiments, data collection, and ensure study protocols are followed under supervision.

The role emphasizes teamwork, data analysis with statistics software, and contribution to lab operations and safety.