NHP Neurophysiology Research Specialist

University of California; Davis (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Davis, is seeking an Assistant Specialist to provide professional research support for neuroscience studies in non-human primates, focusing on extracellular electrophysiology and data workflows. The role emphasizes technical contributions aligned with the UC Davis Specialist Series.

The position covers wet-lab procedures, data processing, and lab operations, with responsibilities including recording setup, metadata organization, and collaborative interpretation of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in neuroscience, biology, biomedical engineering, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience).
• Experience working with non-human primates in a research setting.
• Demonstrated experience in extracellular recording using single electrodes and/or electrode arrays.
• Experience using analysis software programs for research data processing, visualization, and/or statistical analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate research records and follow detailed protocols consistently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team-based research environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wet-lab and research procedures supporting NHP neurophysiology studies, including preparation, setup, and execution of experiments as directed by the PI and in accordance with approved protocols and lab SOPs.
• Perform extracellular electrophysiological recordings using single electrodes and/or electrode arrays, including troubleshooting signal quality, optimizing recording parameters, and maintaining consistent data quality standards.
• Prepare, operate, and maintain electrophysiology hardware/software components, escalating complex issues to the PI or vendor support as appropriate.
• Collect, organize, and document experimental metadata and results using structured lab documentation practices.
• Contribute to interpretation of recording results in collaboration with the PI and lab team; summarize findings for lab meetings and internal progress updates.
• Use relevant analysis software to process electrophysiology data; maintain organized datasets with versioning and documentation.
• Assist in generating figures/tables for internal reports, presentations, abstracts, and/or manuscripts as appropriate.
• Support day-to-day laboratory operations, equipment inventories, supply tracking, and training of students/staff.

Skills

Non-human primate experience

Extracellular electrophysiology

Data analysis software

Lab data/documentation

Team communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in neuroscience/biology/biomedical engineering

Tools

Recording hardware

Analysis software packages

Job description

University of California, Davis, is seeking an Assistant Specialist to provide professional research support for neuroscience studies in non-human primates, focusing on extracellular electrophysiology and data workflows. The role emphasizes technical contributions aligned with the UC Davis Specialist Series.

The position covers wet-lab procedures, data processing, and lab operations, with responsibilities including recording setup, metadata organization, and collaborative interpretation of