Neuroscience Research Assistant I

Myana; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System invites applications for an Associate Researcher I in the Wu Laboratory. The role involves independent execution of routine experiments, data interpretation assistance, and supporting laboratory logistics in a neuroscience setting.

The Wu Laboratory investigates neural circuits underlying social and cognitive behaviors in mice using genetics, imaging, electrophysiology, optogenetics, and computational analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in science or related field required.
• No experience required. One year of research experience preferred.
• Prior research experience in a neuroscience or biology laboratory preferred.
• Experience working with rodents preferred, including handling, surgery and behavioral training.
• Experience with in vivo electrophysiology, optogenetics or functional imaging preferred.
• Programming experience with MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW or a similar language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports research projects investigating the neural circuits underlying social and cognitive behaviors in mice.
• Performs stereotaxic surgeries, viral injections, and optical fiber and electrode implantations.
• Trains mice on cognitive and social behavioral tasks and conducts in vivo electrophysiology and functional imaging experiments.
• Performs histology and immunostaining and analyzes behavioral, electrophysiological, and imaging data.
• Builds and programs experimental systems to support laboratory research.
• Maintains mouse colonies and research records; coordinates purchasing, personnel training, and other laboratory logistics.
• Performs other related duties

Skills

Data analysis

Experimentation

Rodent handling

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in neuroscience, biology, psychology, engineering, computer science, or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

LabVIEW

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System invites applications for an Associate Researcher I in the Wu Laboratory. The role involves independent execution of routine experiments, data interpretation assistance, and supporting laboratory logistics in a neuroscience setting.

The Wu Laboratory investigates neural circuits underlying social and cognitive behaviors in mice using genetics, imaging, electrophysiology, optogenetics, and computational analysis.