Faculty Specialist

University of Maryland, College Park

College Park, MD, US
Base: $24,537 - $27,037; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in neuroscience or biology
Experience with immunohistochemistry techniques
Comfort working with birds and animal surgery
The position offers a one-year opportunity for recent graduates to conduct research directly alongside the principal investigator in the Ball Laboratory

Job Summary

  • The position offers a one-year opportunity for recent graduates to conduct research directly alongside the principal investigator in the Ball Laboratory.
  • Key responsibilities include assisting with chemical neuroanatomical studies, surgical procedures, and behavioral experiments focused on hearing and vocal production in birds.
  • Candidates must be comfortable with animal care duties, including occasional weekend availability, and possess strong fine motor skills for precise laboratory tasks.

Matching Summary

The position offers a one-year opportunity for recent graduates to conduct research directly alongside the principal investigator in the Ball Laboratory.

Salary

Base: $24,537 - $27,037; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Regular Faculty benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience or Biology
  • Experience with immunohistochemistry techniques
  • Comfort working with birds and animal surgery
  • Ability to perform fine motor surgical tasks
  • Willingness to work weekends for animal care

Nice-to-have

  • Eager to learn specialized lab techniques
  • Driven to succeed in research environment
  • Previous experience in biology research
  • Interest in hormone-brain-behavior interrelation
  • Experience supervising animal care workers

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree of Science required
  • Background check completion required
  • Employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) required

Work Rights

Not specified

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