Research Assistant II — Auditory Neuroscience

The Jackson Laboratory; Bar Harbor (ME); Presencial; USD 43.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, ME is seeking a Research Assistant II for the Auditory Neuroscience program. This role supports the Tarchini Lab's work on hair cell biology and hearing protection, with emphasis on dissection, surgeries, and functional assays.

You will work with mice, perform microdissection, ABR tests, fluorescence imaging, and data recording, contributing to a translational project funded by a grant.

Formación

• BS/BA in life sciences required or equivalent.
• Hands-on bench/lab experience, ideally with animal tissue or small animals.
• Reliable, organized, able to work with minimal supervision; team player.

Responsabilidades

• Perform fine microdissection and short-term culture of adult mouse cochlear tissue.
• Carry out survival surgeries (inner ear injections, systemic drug delivery).
• Run auditory function tests (ABR) including after noise exposure.
• Use fluorescence microscopy to evaluate hair cell and stereocilia condition.
• Keep organized records and assist with data analysis.

Conocimientos

Bench/lab experience

Dissection skills

Life sciences background

Animal tissue experience

Educación

BS/BA in life sciences

Herramientas

Fluorescence microscopy

ABR testing equipment

Descripción del empleo

Research Assistant II — Auditory NeuroscienceThe Jackson Laboratory | Bar Harbor, ME | Tarchini LabAbout the Lab and RoleThe Tarchini Lab studies how sensory hair cells in the inner ear detect sound and head movement, focusing on how these cells build and maintain their stereociliary bundle, the specialized brush of hair-like protrusions that acts as a motion sensor. This project extends that work in a new, translational direction, testing whether a specific class of compounds can protect hair cells and stereocilia from noise-damage, and ultimately help protect hearing. We are hiring a Research Assistant II to carry out the day-to-day lab work.What You Will DoPerform fine microdissection and short-term culture of adult mouse cochlear tissueConduct survival surgeries (inner ear injections, systemic drug delivery)Run auditory function tests (ABR), including on animals following noise exposureUse fluorescence microscopy to evaluate hair cell and stereocilia conditionKeep organized records and assist with data analysisSupport general lab operations and other ongoing projects as time allowsWhat We Are Looking ForPrior hands-on bench/lab experience, ideally with animal tissue or small-animal workGood dissection skills and comfort with fine, precise manual tasksBackground in life sciences (BS/BA) and prior auditory or sensory biology experience is a plus but not requiredDependable and organized, with the ability to take initiative and work with minimal oversightA team player who communicates well in a small lab settingPosition DetailsThis position is grant-funded for 1.5–2 years to support a specific pilot project, with the possibility of extension beyond that period depending on future funding and performance during the initial term.Pay Range: $42,751 - $71,575 per year, depending upon experience.About JAX:The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California, New York, Florida), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org.EEO Statement:The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.