Research Assistant

About This Role:

The Psychological Sciences Department is seeking a Full-Time Research Assistant, to help with research for Dr. Maria Diehl. The lab research assistant will help with experimental projects; assist with ordering supplies, maintaining updated inventory and lab records, and shares duties with other lab members to handle and care for research animals, run behavioral experiments, collect data, and maintain an organized research lab. The research assistant will also assist with tissue processing, performing tissue assays, and taking microscope pictures.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1 year of lab experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of lab experience with animal handling, experience with animal tracking software (e.g., AnyMaze), Excel, and coding (e.g., RStudio or Python) is a plus

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover Letter,
2. Current Resume/CV,
3. College transcripts (unofficial),
4. Names and contact information for 3 professional references.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$18.86 / Hour