Research Technician - Ackerman Lab

As a Research Technician, you are a highly motivated, organized, diligent individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will (initially with supervision, then independently) maintain a large number of inbred, knockout, transgenic, and congenic mouse strains including genotyping. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate who has a strong interest in neuroscience or genetics and wishes to gain additional years of hands-on laboratory experience in a medium-sized collaborative laboratory.

What we provide:

* A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.

* One on one mentorship with a graduate student/postdoc in the lab.

* Being part of research projects and having your name on research papers.

* Flexible Schedule

• Maintain the lab's various mouse strains and perform genotyping.
• Perform complex genetic mouse crosses and analyze offspring by histological, behavioral, and molecular techniques.
• Collect, record, organize and verify accuracy of data.
• Keep highly organized laboratory records and use databases to assemble, manipulate and/or format data.
• Assist with general mouse room and lab organization procedures.
• Order chemicals, reagents, and other laboratory supplies as needed.
• Organize projects within workload to ensure goals are met.
• Participate in laboratory meetings and planning sessions.

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field is required.
• Strong interest in neuroscience and/or genetics.
• At least 1-2 years of relevant laboratory experience is preferred.
• Animal husbandry experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Good understanding and skill with various laboratory techniques and methods.
• Ability and comfort with handling live mice.
• Ability and willingness to learn new techniques.
• Eagerness to grow professionally and train others as needed.
• Ability to be a team player with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently, be flexible, and be self-motivated.
• Ability to learn complex tasks with general instructions.