POSITION OBJECTIVE
Under moderate supervision the Research Assistant 1 will perform experiments in a neuroscience lab researching synapse development and function. The position requires experience in a variety of approaches including routine molecular biology, immunofluorescence, confocal microscopy, and the use of Imaris software.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
NONESSENTIAL FUNCITONS
CONTACTS
Department: Daily contact with supervisor to discuss research and maintain workflow.
University: Occasional contact with other departments to share information.
External: Infrequent contact with vendors to exchange information.
Students: Occasional contact with graduate students to exchange information.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no direct supervision of staff employees.
QUALIFICAITONS
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in science and 0 to 1 year of experience or Associate's degree in an approved biotechnology program and 0 to 2 years of experience required.
REQUIRED SKILLS
WORKING CONDITIONS
General laboratory environment. The lab has sufficient bench space and ample desk space with computers. The lab is equipped with one fume hood for storage of hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The laboratory has dedicated rooms for working with Drosophila and confocal microscopy.
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