Research Technician

Research Technician Position

The Nelson Lab in the Biology Department and Neuroscience Program at Brandeis University seeks a research technician to assist the PI and other lab personnel with ongoing molecular biology and neurobiology research into the transcriptional control of mammalian cortical function in health and disease. Tasks will include preparation of nucleic acid samples from sorted neurons obtained from wild type and transgenic mice, preparation of sequencing libraries, immunohistochemistry, production of viral vectors and help with maintaining lab stocks and supplies. The technician will learn to carry out procedures, troubleshoot and analyze results and contribute to experimental planning and interpretation. The successful applicant is expected to possess a BS or similar degree in biology, neuroscience or a related life sciences discipline. Brandeis Biology and Neuroscience are home to a cutting edge but close knit community involving faculty, undergraduate and graduate student researchers and post doctoral and post baccalaureate staff researchers working closely to solve biological and biomedical problems. Successful applicants will have had prior research experience and will be expected to provide a letter of recommendation from a prior research supervisor.

This is a one year position with a possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, carry out and troubleshoot molecular biological benchwork: 80%
• Plan, carry out and troubleshoot tissue labeling experiments: 10%
• Assist with maintenance of laboratory stocks and supplies: 10%

The hiring range for the position is $21.76-$23.07 hourly (35 hours a week).

Requirements:

• AS/equivalent required, Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred.
• Prior research experience is required.