Job Description
Job Title:  Research Technician I - In Vivo Systems Neuroscientists
Division:  Neuroscience
Work Arrangement:  Onsite only
Location:  Houston, TX
Salary Range:  $32,355 - $38,065
FLSA Status:  Nonexempt
Work Schedule:  Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summary

The Reimer Lab studies sensory processing across different brain states and the mechanisms that control the gating and routing of information in the brain. The lab is seeking a talented technician to aid in behavioral training experiments with mice, carry out multi- photon in vivo imaging experiments, and possibly perform cranial window surgeries. Experience with mouse handling/surgeries or microscopy is desired, but we are willing to train the right person. Other desirable skills include viral injections, basic programming skills, or electrophysiology is a plus.

Job Duties

  • Trains mice to respond in a behavioral paradigm, under the supervision of the PI.
  • Collects large scale neural recordings using multiphoton fluorescence imaging as well as behavioral recordings.
  • Documents the research activites for publication and grant reporting.
  • Prepares animals for recording, that may include cranial window surgery and/or viral vector injections into mouse cortex.
  • Helps set up and maintain behavioral apparatus and data acquisition equipment.  
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Two years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
  • One year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with mouse handling/surgeries or microscopy is desired, but we are willing to train the right person.
  • Experience with other desirable skills include viral injections, basic programming skills, or electrophysiology is a plus.

 

 

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

 

 

 

Requisition ID:  23543