Laboratory Technician - Behavioral Neuroscience (Animal Research)
Core
Support animal-based behavioral neuroscience research focusing on alcohol self-administration studies using rodent models.
Role type
Laboratory Technician (Behavioral Neuroscience)
Builds
Behavioral data from operant conditioning experiments for substance-use research
Domain
Behavioral Neuroscience / Psychopharmacology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research
Required skills
Rodent handling and restraint, Operant conditioning system operation, Behavioral testing execution, Solution preparation (alcohol/drugs), IACUC compliance documentation, Undergraduate research assistant training
Preferred skills
Rodent operant self-administration model experience, Alcohol/drug reinforcement paradigm experience, Progressive ratio procedures, Behavioral data systems (Med Associates), Surgical assistance
Technologies
Operant conditioning chambers, Med Associates systems
Responsibilities
Conduct rodent behavioral testing for alcohol self-administration, Operate and maintain operant conditioning chambers, Handle and transport rodents per IACUC guidelines, Prepare experimental solutions and reagents, Maintain animal research documentation and logs, Train undergraduate research assistants
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC