Neuroscience Lab Technician – Flexible Schedule & Benefits

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University’s Neuroscience Department invites applications for a Laboratory Technician in the Bridi Lab. The role supports projects on synapse organization and function using mouse models, in vivo imaging, sleep studies, and brain-slice physiology.

The position emphasizes safety, equipment upkeep, and data collection. Ideal candidates hold a biology/ neuroscience background with relevant lab exposure and a readiness for independent projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field.
• 0–6 months of experience in neuroscience lab setting or equivalent.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Responsibilities

• Establish and administer day-to-day laboratory operations including: ensuring safety compliance, maintaining proper operation of research equipment, inventory and ordering of required supplies, and general housekeeping.
• Perform day-to-day laboratory research activities such as: animal surgeries and injections; daily observations of animal health; collection of biological specimens; breeding colony maintenance; histopathological processing and immunofluorescence of mouse tissues; behavioral testing.
• May be assigned independent project(s) and participate in the design of research studies, compile and analyze research data
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field

Job description

West Virginia University’s Neuroscience Department invites applications for a Laboratory Technician in the Bridi Lab. The role supports projects on synapse organization and function using mouse models, in vivo imaging, sleep studies, and brain-slice physiology.

The position emphasizes safety, equipment upkeep, and data collection. Ideal candidates hold a biology/ neuroscience background with relevant lab exposure and a readiness for independent projects.