Neuroscience Research Technician III - Lab Lead

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mendes lab at the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a Senior Research Technician to support day-to-day lab operations and advanced experiments in neuroscience.

You will manage mouse colonies, assist with experiments, train staff, ensure safety and compliance, and contribute to study design under Dr. Mendes.

Experience with RNA isolation, qPCR, and protein assays, plus strong organizational skills, is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required with 5 years of lab/research experience.
• Associate's degree in Neuroscience, Health Science, Biology, Chemistry or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience in animal (mouse) work and cell culture; routine biochemical and molecular techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage transgenic and knockout mouse colonies, including breeding and protocol maintenance.
• Coordinate and perform cell biology, molecular biology assays, and data collection.
• Train and mentor lab personnel in techniques, equipment use, and safety practices.

Skills

Transgenic mouse handling

Molecular biology

Cell culture

RNA isolation

qPCR

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Neuroscience or related field

Tools

PCR machines

Microscopy

Western blot

Job description

The Mendes lab at the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a Senior Research Technician to support day-to-day lab operations and advanced experiments in neuroscience.

You will manage mouse colonies, assist with experiments, train staff, ensure safety and compliance, and contribute to study design under Dr. Mendes.

Experience with RNA isolation, qPCR, and protein assays, plus strong organizational skills, is essential for this role.