Neuroscience Lab Technician – Electrophysiology & Optogenetics

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a full-time Lab Technician to join the Luo Lab at The University of Utah, focusing on the neural circuits that underlie decision-making and attention. The role involves handling and training animals, conducting electrophysiology sessions, and managing lab operations.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field, have experience in laboratory settings, and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related scientific field or equivalency required.
• Skilled in laboratory equipment and statistical calculations.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle and train rats on complex cognitive tasks.
• Conduct in vivo electrophysiology recording sessions.
• Manage lab inventory and maintain equipment.

Skills

Handling and training rats

Designing and maintaining behavioral rigs

Surgical techniques

Computational analysis

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a full-time Lab Technician to join the Luo Lab at The University of Utah, focusing on the neural circuits that underlie decision-making and attention. The role involves handling and training animals, conducting electrophysiology sessions, and managing lab operations.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field, have experience in laboratory settings, and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.