Neurophysiology Research Specialist (NHP) – Electrophysiology

University of California - Davis

Davis (CA)

On-site

USD 66,000 - 73,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University of California - Davis is seeking an Assistant Specialist to provide technical support for neuroscience research in non-human primates, focusing on extracellular electrophysiology and data processing. The role involves wet-lab work, data management, and collaboration with the PI and lab team.

The position emphasizes careful documentation, adherence to protocols, and contribution to figures for reports and manuscripts.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biology, biomedical engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience with non-human primates in a research setting.
Demonstrated extracellular recording using single electrodes or electrode arrays.
Experience using software for data processing, visualization, and statistics.
Ability to maintain accurate research records and follow protocols.
Strong communication and teamwork in a research environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct wet-lab and research procedures for NHP neurophysiology studies, including setup and execution.
Perform extracellular recordings with single electrodes and electrode arrays, optimize parameters, maintain data quality.
Operate and maintain electrophysiology hardware/software; document metadata and results.
Use analysis software to process data, perform spike detection/sorting, statistics, and visualization.
Assist in generating figures/tables for reports, abstracts, or manuscripts.
Support day-to-day lab operations and training for students/staff as directed by the PI.