Research Assistant
Core
Support research on circadian rhythms in mice, focusing on how light entrains biological rhythms and communication between the eye, brain, and peripheral organs.
Role type
Research Assistant (Life Sciences)
Builds
Research data and publications
Domain
Life Sciences / Neuroscience / Circadian Rhythms
Deliverable
research
Required skills
mouse colony maintenance, genotyping, health assessments, tissue processing, Nissl staining, laboratory inventory management, data collection and analysis, rodent handling, life sciences lab techniques
Preferred skills
BSL-2 laboratory experience, R programming, transgenic mouse breeding colony coordination
Technologies
R
Responsibilities
Oversee mouse colony maintenance and genotyping; process and section formalin-fixed tissue; maintain laboratory inventory and equipment; contribute to data collection, analysis, and publications; coordinate undergraduate lab assistants
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC