Neuroscience Research Specialist II - Lead Small Projects

001 University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Research Specialist II to provide direct research and teaching support in a Neuroscience lab. You will design, conduct, and analyze one or more projects, train new staff, and participate in lab meetings and seminars.

This role emphasizes independent work, data interpretation, and safety compliance within a shared lab environment, with opportunities for professional growth and contribution to publications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with preference for Master's degree.
• 2 years of relevant experience assisting researchers.
• Ability to learn new experimental techniques and work independently or in a team.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including written communication.
• Analytical, interpersonal, organizational and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct research and teaching support at the professional level.
• Develop and conduct one or more small to moderately complex research projects.
• Orient and train new lab members in experimental techniques and safety.
• Provide direct research support in a large Neuroscience laboratory.
• Carry out experiments and analyze data; prepare reports.
• Perform RNA isolation for genomic validation and histological procedures as needed.
• Maintain lab equipment and organize data and reagent storage.
• Assist in preparation of materials for publication and presentations.

Skills

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree, Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The University of Rochester is seeking a Research Specialist II to provide direct research and teaching support in a Neuroscience lab. You will design, conduct, and analyze one or more projects, train new staff, and participate in lab meetings and seminars.

This role emphasizes independent work, data interpretation, and safety compliance within a shared lab environment, with opportunities for professional growth and contribution to publications.