Neurotherapeutics Animal Research Specialist

Vanderbilt University; Tennessee; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University’s Lippmann Lab seeks an animal research specialist to support delivery of hydrogels, siRNAs, proteins, and cells into brain and peripheral sites. Procedures include intracerebroventricular, intra-cisterna magna, intrathecal, and intraparenchymal injections in mice and rats, with focus on multiple projects and collaborative efforts.

The role requires a master’s degree in a relevant field and proven experience in mouse survival surgery, along with strong communication,

Qualifications

• Experience in mouse survival surgery is required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are required.
• Diligence with high-quality records and safety standards are required.
• Willingness to train others in relevant techniques and strong interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Mouse colony maintenance and breeding/genotyping of mice.
• Perform non-surgical animal procedures and various injections.
• Maintain survival surgery records and assist with lab operations.
• Train lab members on relevant techniques and update IACUC protocols.

Skills

Mouse survival surgery

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Safety and record-keeping

Willingness to train others

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Vanderbilt University’s Lippmann Lab seeks an animal research specialist to support delivery of hydrogels, siRNAs, proteins, and cells into brain and peripheral sites. Procedures include intracerebroventricular, intra-cisterna magna, intrathecal, and intraparenchymal injections in mice and rats, with focus on multiple projects and collaborative efforts.

The role requires a master’s degree in a relevant field and proven experience in mouse survival surgery, along with strong communication,