Neuroscience Research Assistant — Mice, Omics & ML

Marshall University School of Pharmacy; Huntington (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall University in Huntington, WV invites applications for a Research Assistant to join Dr. Price E. Dickson's lab.

The position supports genetic and behavioral studies of drug addiction using mouse models and omics approaches. Responsibilities include maintaining a mouse colony, tissue harvesting for sequencing, performing surgical techniques under supervision, and coordinating tasks among technicians and students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in neuroscience, psychology, biology, or a related field is required.
• No prior experience is required.
• A master’s degree would be beneficial but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Support lab activities for Dr. Price E. Dickson's team.
• Maintain a colony of experimental mice (~200 cages).
• Tissue harvesting and preparation for sequencing.
• Coordinating tasks with technicians, doctoral students, and research scientists.
• Learning surgical techniques and behavioral testing in mice.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in neuroscience, psychology, biology, or related field

Tools

Python

R

CAD (Fusion 360)

3D printing

Windows/Linux PCs

Job description

Marshall University in Huntington, WV invites applications for a Research Assistant to join Dr. Price E. Dickson's lab.

The position supports genetic and behavioral studies of drug addiction using mouse models and omics approaches. Responsibilities include maintaining a mouse colony, tissue harvesting for sequencing, performing surgical techniques under supervision, and coordinating tasks among technicians and students.