Behavioral Neuroscience Lab Assistant — Lead Mouse Behavior Project

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University invites applicants for an OPS Laboratory Assistant in Vincis Lab in Tallahassee. The role involves assisting and independently running behavioral experiments in mice, supporting general lab upkeep, logistics, and supplies.

There is an opportunity to lead a project that could lead to a scientific publication. A BS degree in life or physical sciences is required; preferred experience with animals, teamwork, and a willingness to learn techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life or physical sciences (BS/BA).
• Experience working with laboratory animals, ideally rodents.
• Strong time-management skills and professional attitude.
• Desire to learn new techniques and work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with, and independently run, behavioral experiments in mice.
• General lab upkeep, logistics, supplies ordering, and support of ongoing research.
• Opportunity to lead own project, potentially leading to a publication.

Skills

Lab animal experience

Team player

Time management

Willing to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life or physical sciences

Job description

Florida State University invites applicants for an OPS Laboratory Assistant in Vincis Lab in Tallahassee. The role involves assisting and independently running behavioral experiments in mice, supporting general lab upkeep, logistics, and supplies.

There is an opportunity to lead a project that could lead to a scientific publication. A BS degree in life or physical sciences is required; preferred experience with animals, teamwork, and a willingness to learn techniques.