Neuroscience Research Specialist I

University of South Carolina Floyd School of Medicine; South Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Carolina in Columbia seeks a Research Specialist I to perform complex research techniques on grant-supported projects, including behavioral, electrophysiological, and neurochemical methods. Evening or weekend work may be required, with a strong emphasis on data quality and rigorous record keeping.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Biology, Physiology, Neuroscience, Psychology, Chemistry or related field, and demonstrates written and oral communication skills, independence,

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in area of research specialty.
• Experience with in vivo approaches (e.g., surgical techniques, behavioral analyses, tissue dissection, electrophysiology).
• Strong communication and writing skills; capable of rigorous record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments with rodents and analyze data; maintain records.
• Perform tissue preparation and neurochemical techniques.
• Train and assist graduate/undergraduate students.
• General lab duties including ordering supplies and maintaining sterile equipment.

Skills

Rodent handling

In vivo techniques

Behavioral analyses

Record keeping

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Pharmacology, Psychology, Neuroscience, Chemistry or related field

B.S. in Biology, Physiology, Neuroscience, Psychology, Chemistry or related field

Job description

University of South Carolina in Columbia seeks a Research Specialist I to perform complex research techniques on grant-supported projects, including behavioral, electrophysiological, and neurochemical methods. Evening or weekend work may be required, with a strong emphasis on data quality and rigorous record keeping.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Biology, Physiology, Neuroscience, Psychology, Chemistry or related field, and demonstrates written and oral communication skills, independence,