Research Technician I - Neuroscience

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base: $16.54 - $22.35 / hourly; bonus/equity: not ...
Electrophysiology
Optogenetics
Small animal procedures
Dr. Adam Kepecs’ lab uses cutting edge tools from systems neuroscience including electrophysiology and optogenetics to investigate the neural circuits underlying decision making

Job Summary

  • Dr. Adam Kepecs’ lab uses cutting edge tools from systems neuroscience including electrophysiology and optogenetics to investigate the neural circuits underlying decision making.
  • Assists the investigator or higher-level technician with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and set-up and maintenance of equipment, as well as small animal procedures and behavior training and histology experiments.
  • WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Matching Summary

Dr. Adam Kepecs’ lab uses cutting edge tools from systems neuroscience including electrophysiology and optogenetics to investigate the neural circuits underlying decision making.

Salary

Base: $16.54 - $22.35 / Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health insurance, free Metro transit U-Pass, 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, caregiver leave, tuition benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Electrophysiology
  • Optogenetics
  • Small animal procedures
  • Behavior training
  • Histology experiments

Nice-to-have

  • Highly motivated individuals
  • Consistent with core mission
  • Guiding principles

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • No specific work experience required
  • No specific certification/professional license required

Work Rights

Not specified

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