Neuroscience Research Assistant (In Vivo & Imaging)

Mount Sinai; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai is seeking an Associate Researcher to contribute to in vivo neuroscience studies, including behavioral testing, imaging, and electrophysiology. The role also covers tissue collection, histology, and microscopy, with an emphasis on careful data organization and record-keeping.

With a Bachelor’s or Master’s in science or a related field, candidates may have limited experience; one year in research is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in science or related field required.
• No experience required; one year of research experience preferred.
• Previous laboratory research experience, preferably in neuroscience or related discipline.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate experimental records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with in vivo neuroscience experiments, including behavioral testing, imaging, and electrophysiological recordings.
• Perform laboratory procedures, including tissue collection, histology, immunohistochemistry, and microscopy.
• Collect, organize, and perform preliminary analysis of experimental data.
• Prepare reagents and maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and experimental records.
• Support laboratory organization, inventory management, and compliance with institutional animal research and laboratory safety requirements.
• Work collaboratively with graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other laboratory members.
• Performs other related duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or related field

Master's degree in science or related field

Job description

Mount Sinai is seeking an Associate Researcher to contribute to in vivo neuroscience studies, including behavioral testing, imaging, and electrophysiology. The role also covers tissue collection, histology, and microscopy, with an emphasis on careful data organization and record-keeping.

With a Bachelor’s or Master’s in science or a related field, candidates may have limited experience; one year in research is preferred.