Assistant Scientist
Core
Conducts basic and applied neuroscience research, publishes findings, and develops end products to support the University's research goals.
Role type
Research scientist (neuroscience)
Builds
Scientific publications, technical reports, patents, and experimental data
Domain
Neuroscience / Biomedical research
Required skills
Patch-clamp electrophysiology, neuronal recording techniques, synaptic physiology, ion channel physiology, molecular and cellular biology techniques, mouse models, behavioral neuroscience, optogenetics, genetically encoded sensors, imaging techniques
Preferred skills
Drug discovery for neurological/psychiatric disorders, study of biological mechanisms in drug addiction/movement disorders/learning disabilities, investigation of proteins and signaling pathways, mentoring trainees
Technologies
Electrophysiology equipment, imaging systems, optogenetics tools, genetically modified mouse models
Responsibilities
Design, execute, and troubleshoot complex research experiments; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to plan and report findings; write extramural proposals and grant applications; author scientific publications and technical reports; conduct behavioral studies using mouse models; perform live-cell imaging and electrophysiology experiments (via careerplan.io/jobs/R100098719-assistant-scientist-at-umiami)
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC