Penn State University · 9 hours ago
Research Technologist
Penn State University Park
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$35K/yr - $50K/yr
1+ years expPenn State University is seeking a Research Technologist in the Borland lab within the College of Health and Human Development. The successful candidate will perform a variety of neuroscience experiments and support graduate students' projects, focusing on the neuronal and molecular mechanisms regulating social behavior and reward.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Learn and perform a diversity of fundamental neuroscience approaches including but not limited to: Behavioral assays of social behavior and reward/motivation, Fluorescent immunohistochemistry, RNAscope, Western blots, *In vivo* micro pharmacology in the Syrian hamster model
Execute wet lab and behavior experiments such as fluorescent immunohistochemistry, RNAscope and Western blots, in conjunction with the collection and analysis of data
Maintain rodent housing facilities
Purchase laboratory supplies
Maintain chemical inventories, rodent surgery records and drug records
Be exposed to a diversity of more advanced neuroscience approaches utilized in the Borland lab including but not limited to: Rodent surgeries (e.g. ovariectomy and stereotaxic surgery), Circuit tracing, Calcium and dopamine recording with fiber photometry, Chemogenetic DREADDs, Optogenetics, CRISPR/Cas9, Other molecular genetic and gene transfer approaches in Syrian hamsters
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience or a related field is required
No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S
Preferred
1-3 years of previous research experience in a Neuroscience or a related field lab is preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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Funding
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