Neuroscience Research Technologist — Behavioral & Molecular Lab

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 34,800 - 50,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

Substantial paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Research Technologist for its Borland lab focusing on neuroscience studies at University Park, Texas. Responsibilities include executing experiments involving behavioral assays, fluorescent immunohistochemistry, and maintenance of lab facilities.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience or a related field and have 1-3 years of relevant research experience. This full-time position comes with a competitive salary and benefits package, including a tuition discount.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience required.
• 1-3 years of previous research experience preferred.
• Experience in neuroscience lab techniques valuable.

Responsibilities

• Execute wet lab and behavioral experiments.
• Maintain rodent housing facilities and chemical inventories.
• Support projects of graduate students in the lab.

Skills

Behavioral assays of social behavior

Fluorescent immunohistochemistry

Data collection and analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience or related field

Tools

Western blots

In vivo micro pharmacology

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a Research Technologist for its Borland lab focusing on neuroscience studies at University Park, Texas. Responsibilities include executing experiments involving behavioral assays, fluorescent immunohistochemistry, and maintenance of lab facilities.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience or a related field and have 1-3 years of relevant research experience. This full-time position comes with a competitive salary and benefits package, including a tuition discount.