Neuroscience Research Specialist — Glial Lab Focus

University of California - Davis; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Davis — Department of Neurology is seeking a full-time Assistant Specialist to contribute to cellular/molecular neuroscience research focused on glial biology and Canavan disease therapies. You will assist with rodent handling, genotyping, immunohistochemistry, and data interpretation under PI Yan Wang, PhD.

The role emphasizes manuscript preparation, grant applications, and collaboration within the lab, with a pathway toward academic publishing and conference

Qualifications

• Superior problem solving, deductive reasoning, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to commit to lengthy, complex projects.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledgeable about lab animal (rodents) care and use.
• Skills to manage laboratory supplies and to keep neat and accurate records of experimental details.

Responsibilities

• After technical training, perform basic laboratory work, including, but not limited to, rodent handling and genotyping, rodent brain harvesting, brain section preparation, immunohistochemistry, and routine DNA and protein work, independently or collaboratively with lab researchers.
• Actively contribute to publishable research by collecting and interpreting data.
• Assist with grant applications and data publications.
• Maintain a collaborative and collegial environment in the lab and help other lab members in the performance of their work.
• Assist with overseeing the compliance of lab rodent use and care protocols and lab safety protocols.
• Provide support to the laboratory and operational activities.
• Purchase supplies and equipment and maintain the database of all laboratory supplies, chemicals, and purchases.

Job description

University of California, Davis — Department of Neurology is seeking a full-time Assistant Specialist to contribute to cellular/molecular neuroscience research focused on glial biology and Canavan disease therapies. You will assist with rodent handling, genotyping, immunohistochemistry, and data interpretation under PI Yan Wang, PhD.

The role emphasizes manuscript preparation, grant applications, and collaboration within the lab, with a pathway toward academic publishing and conference