Research Technician III - Behavior Core
Job Description
Summary
A highly motivated research technician is needed to play a critical role in supporting research projects in the neurobehavior core related to behavioral outcomes in rodent models. Immediate position available at the level of Research Technician II to study behavioral outcome measures and in genetic rodent models of brain disorders including neurodevelopmental and adult-onset neurodegenerative disorders. This position involves assisting researchers in conducting behavioral experiments, baseline characterization of rodent model phenotypes, collecting and analyzing data, and maintaining laboratory equipment in the behavior core. The technician will have a basic understanding of neurobiology and desire a mastery of several rodent neurobehavioral assays to evaluate phenotypes in genetic rodent models.
Job Duties
- Prepares and conducts laboratory research experiments.
- Collaborates with other researchers in performing assays towards characterization of rodent model phenotypes.
- Trains other investigators on various behavior assays and proper use of behavior equipment.
- Collects, compiles, and organizes data collected from various behavioral studies using specialized neuroscience software.
- Maintains detailed records of experimental procedures and SOPs.
- Conducts literature searches and summarizes information in an appropriate format for a particular study.
- Studies behavioral outcome measures in genetic rodent models of brain disorders including neurodevelopmental and adult-onset neurodegenerative disorders.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
- One year of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in basic science or a related field.
- Prefers someone that has animal handling experience.
- Technical and conceptual foundational knowledge in the areas of genetics, molecular biology and neuroscience are highly preferred.
- Has excellent time management and organizational skills.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
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