Songbird Neuroscience Research Technician

HHMI; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Mentorship with lab members

Opportunities for authorship

Job summary

HHMI seeks several Research Technicians to support Dr. Michael Brainard's neuroscience lab at UCSF.

The role combines general lab support with hands-on research across behavioral, neurophysiological, and molecular approaches, aiming to understand learning and developmental neural plasticity. You will work with a collaborative team, perform diverse experiments, manage supplies, and participate in ongoing projects with opportunities for authorship and conferences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Neuroscience, Bioengineering or related field.
• Practical experience with techniques described above.
• Knowledge of basic neuroscience and molecular biology.
• Strong enthusiasm for developing new skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of researchers on neuroscience projects.
• Perform established experimental procedures and operate instruments and equipment.
• Inventory chemicals and supplies; order and stock laboratory areas.
• Help manage laboratory bird colony and prepare water bottles/food trays.
• Assist in preparation of biological samples and histological procedures.
• May participate in stereotaxic surgeries and viral construct injections.
• Carry out behavioral experiments and analyze data using software.
• Read literature relevant to research areas as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Neuroscience knowledge

Molecular biology basics

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Neuroscience or Bioengineering

Job description

HHMI seeks several Research Technicians to support Dr. Michael Brainard's neuroscience lab at UCSF.

The role combines general lab support with hands-on research across behavioral, neurophysiological, and molecular approaches, aiming to understand learning and developmental neural plasticity. You will work with a collaborative team, perform diverse experiments, manage supplies, and participate in ongoing projects with opportunities for authorship and conferences.