Research Trainee (New York City Metropolitan Area)

The Mallory Laboratory at Albert Einstein College of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Research Trainee to join a new laboratory investigating the neural mechanisms of memory formation, storage, and retrieval. This is an exciting opportunity to help establish a new research program from its beginning stages while gaining broad training in systems neuroscience.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Principal Investigator and laboratory members to assist with laboratory setup, perform rodent behavioral experiments, fabricate electrophysiology recording devices, and analyze large-scale neural recordings. This position is well suited for a recent graduate interested in pursuing a career in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, data science, or medicine.

As the laboratory grows, the trainee will have the opportunity to develop expertise in behavioral neuroscience, in vivo electrophysiology, neural data analysis, scientific communication, and experimental design.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with establishing a new laboratory, including organizing equipment, setting up workspaces, and preparing experimental infrastructure.
• Perform behavioral training and handling of rodents.
• Assist in the fabrication, assembly, and testing of chronic electrophysiology recording devices.
• Assist with rodent surgeries and in vivo electrophysiology experiments (training provided).
• Organize, process, and analyze neural and behavioral datasets using MATLAB and/or Python (training provided as needed).
• Maintain accurate and organized experimental records.
• Work collaboratively with laboratory members and participate actively in weekly lab meetings.
• Read and discuss scientific literature related to ongoing projects.
• Demonstrate initiative, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.

Required

• B.S. or B.A. in neuroscience, engineering, computer science, biology, psychology, physics, mathematics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong organizational skills and careful attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Enthusiasm for learning new experimental and analytical techniques.

Preferred

• Prior experience with animal behavior or rodent handling.
• Experience with electronics, fabrication, soldering, or instrumentation.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or other programming languages.
• Experience with neuroscience research, electrophysiology, image analysis, or quantitative data analysis.

This position provides extensive one-on-one mentorship and hands-on training across a broad range of experimental and computational neuroscience techniques. Trainees will gain experience in behavioral neuroscience, neural recording technologies, quantitative data analysis, and scientific communication, making this an excellent position for individuals planning to pursue graduate school, medical school, or a research career.

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