Neuroscience Research Technologist: In Vivo & Histology

University of Washington Medical Center; Seattle (WA); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 53.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Washington is seeking a Research Technologist I to assist in studying activity patterns of dopaminergic striatal circuits using genetically modified mice. You will optimize and benchmark biological sensors in vivo under supervision, and contribute to imaging, histology, and behavioral assays.

Responsibilities include preparing solutions, performing mouse perfusions and sectioning, immunostaining, data compilation, and collaborating with the team to plan next experiments while

Formación

• Two years experience as a Laboratory Technician II, or equivalent; OR a Bachelors Degree in an appropriate field of science or technology.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with research projects under supervision (75%): prepare shared stock solutions, operate histology experiments including perfusion, brain sectioning, immunostaining, in situ hybridization, microscopy imaging and analysis, and perform mouse behavioral studies and surgery.
• Mouse Colony Management (20%): maintain animal health, breeding strategies, genotyping, and keep colony records in mLIMS, manage cages and transfers, provide regular updates.
• Assist Lab Manager with Administrative Tasks (5%): support daily lab operations, maintain equipment and supplies, onboard new students and postdocs, and assist with packing slips to finance.

Descripción del empleo

The University of Washington is seeking a Research Technologist I to assist in studying activity patterns of dopaminergic striatal circuits using genetically modified mice. You will optimize and benchmark biological sensors in vivo under supervision, and contribute to imaging, histology, and behavioral assays.

Responsibilities include preparing solutions, performing mouse perfusions and sectioning, immunostaining, data compilation, and collaborating with the team to plan next experiments while