Student Research Technician: Neurodegeneration & Imaging

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Student Research Technician for the Tjalkens Laboratory at Barrow Neurological Institute to support studies on environmental factors in Parkinson’s disease.

The role involves learning high-content fluorescence microscopy and image analysis, maintaining records, and collaborating with scientists while developing skills in neuronal and glial cell culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Preferred ongoing undergraduate studies in neuroscience, biology, biomedicine, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in generation, maintenance, and genetic characterization of preclinical models.
• Maintain accurate records and document data in lab databases.
• Collaborate with scientists, postdocs, graduate students, and other staff.
• Perform routine maintenance of equipment and reagents following safety protocols.
• Develop proficiency in culture and maintenance of neurons and glial cells.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma

Undergraduate student in neuroscience or related field

Job description

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Student Research Technician for the Tjalkens Laboratory at Barrow Neurological Institute to support studies on environmental factors in Parkinson’s disease.

The role involves learning high-content fluorescence microscopy and image analysis, maintaining records, and collaborating with scientists while developing skills in neuronal and glial cell culture.