Summary

The Krishnan Lab & the Aiba Lab at the Baylor College of Medicine Department of Neurology seek a dedicated and motivated Research Technician II to assist with cutting edge translational research in epilepsy and mood disorders. The candidate will split their time between projects in both laboratories that feature strong methodological and scientific overlap. Training and experiences provided will form a solid foundation for a future career as a physician, neuroscientist or both. 

The candidate may be asked to train rotating undergraduate or graduate students and provide feedback on their aptitude.

Job Duties

• Perform survival surgery on live mice, acquire and analyze EEG data, assist with mouse colony management and home-cage monitoring
• With training and supervision, the candidate must independently conduct survival surgery procedures in adult mice (implantation of wireless transponder and EEG electrodes) and take a leading role in the acquisition and analysis of EEG data. In addition, the candidate will be expected to help other team members in the smooth execution of long-term home-cage monitoring.
• Perform data acquisition and analysis, and tissue processing for imaging studies.  
• Collect experimental data, and perform tissue collection following euthanasia.
  • The candidate will receive all the necessary in house training to conduct computational analysis of EEG and video data.  
• Collects, compiles and analyzes EEG data.
• Documents results of experiments.
• Selects, evaluates and applies techniques used in routine research.
• Orders laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior laboratory experience is ideal, including at least one year of experience with survival surgery.
• A background in data analysis is also preferred, including but not limited to acquiring and analyzing physiological data (e.g., EKG, respiratory rate, etc).