Neuroscience Research Assistant — Lab & Zebrafish Focus

01 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) seeks a Research Assistant to support neuroscience/neuromuscular disease research in our Bio-Imaging Facility. The role involves coordinating projects, training students, and maintaining the lab environment.

Experience with molecular biology techniques, cell culture, and animal work is preferred, with a focus on zebrafish and mice where applicable. The candidate will multitask, be detail-oriented, and work well both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences (biology or chemistry) required or preferred.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques such as microscopy, protein biochemistry, genotyping/PCR is a plus.
• Ability to multitask, be detail-oriented, and work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform 4–6 experimental techniques (e.g., tissue culture, western blotting, PCR, behavioral assays).
• Maintain and organize project data, assist with posters and manuscripts, and present findings at meetings.
• Oversee general lab maintenance and safety, prepare reagents and equipment for experiments.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell culture

Animal work

PCR

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Job description

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) seeks a Research Assistant to support neuroscience/neuromuscular disease research in our Bio-Imaging Facility. The role involves coordinating projects, training students, and maintaining the lab environment.

Experience with molecular biology techniques, cell culture, and animal work is preferred, with a focus on zebrafish and mice where applicable. The candidate will multitask, be detail-oriented, and work well both independently and in a team.