OPS Research Assistant - Laboratory of Neurogenetics & Neuroscience

Classification Title:

OPS Sponsored Projects Non-Clerical

Job Description:

A research assistant position is available in the Laboratory of Neurogenetics & Neuroscience in the Department of Neurology, University of Florida to model the genetic basis of Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders in rodent models. This is an ideal opportunity for a recently graduated student to gain research experience during a gap year before continuing to graduate school. The applicant should show attention to detail and have a strong interest in learning. Evidence of clear communication and writing skills are important. Training will be provided in rodent surgery, laboratory research and quantitative methods necessary to fulfill the research goals of the lab. The following are the general duties and responsibilities for this position:

• Take all required trainings to work in neuroscientific research in rodent models (IACUC and AALAS).
• Take all necessary trainings to conduct research in a wet laboratory setting (Environmental Health and Safety)
• Assist the PI with subsequent laboratory compliance policies and procedures.
• Assist researchers in all necessary aspects of mouse modeling, including behavioral paradigms and accompanying data acquisition in several studies, and the collection, banking and processing of mouse tissue.
• Assist with the collection of high resolution microscope data from ex vivo fixed brain tissue of young and aged mice.
• Assist the PI in data storage/backup, image processing, analysis, and manuscript figure preparations.
• Work with the PI to draft grant reports including text write-up and/or editing, preparing high quality figures, and interim presentations.
• Attend meetings and be willing to report to our collaborative team on progress.

The research assistant is expected to be enthusiastic and dedicated to complete specific tasks related to the project, and to communicate frequently with the PI on research progress. The PI will provide the needed feedback and training to help the research assistant to develop research skills to successfully accomplish their work.

Expected Salary:

$14.00 to $16.00 per hour

Minimum Requirements:

Associate’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization or a high school diploma and two years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong desire to learn.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related life science field.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position, applicants must apply at https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/ and attach a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, and list of 3-5 professional references.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff.

The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No