Research Specialist I

Job description

Overview The Gould lab, a neuroscience lab that studies brain plasticity in experimental animals in the Princeton Neuroscience Institute at Princeton University, seeks a full-time Research Specialist to assist with on-going experiments. We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working individual with excellent organizational skills and ability to work well with others. The successful candidate will have a willingness to learn and acquire new skills. This is a one-year term position with the possibility of extension contingent upon successful performance and continued funding. Responsibilities: Rodent work, including:• surgery • behavior • handling• breeding Rodent study, including:• Immunofluorescence, confocal and electron microscopy• Histology• Electrophysiology• Hormone assays Data Analysis: Maintaining laboratory protocols and other basic lab functions Qualifications: Essential Qualifications include: This position is subject to the University's background check policy Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identi...