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About the Role

We are seeking several Research Technicians to support the lab of Dr. Michael Brainard in our neuroscience research group at the University of California, San Francisco. The team focuses on vocal learning in songbirds as a model system to investigate how the nervous system changes over development and how individual variations interact with experience to give rise to differences in learned behaviors. The position will involve both general laboratory support and direct involvement in research.

Responsibilities

Work efficiently and cooperatively with a team of researchers in support of projects.
Perform established experimental procedures and operate a variety of instruments and other scientific equipment.
Perform inventory of chemicals and supplies; order laboratory supplies and stock laboratory areas as required.
Help manage laboratory bird colony including preparation and changing of water bottles and food trays.
Assist in the preparation of biological samples and histological procedures.
May participate in stereotaxic surgeries and injection of viral constructs involving laboratory animals.
Carry out behavioral experiments and analysis of data using custom software.
Read literature relevant to research areas as required.
Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Prior practical experience with techniques described above.
Knowledge of basic principles of neuroscience and molecular biology, gained through coursework or experience.
Strong enthusiasm for developing new skills and expertise.
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time.
Reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s).
Dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard.
Communication skills using the spoken word.
Ability to see and hear within normal parameters.
Ability to move about workspace.
Ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).
Work may involve possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids and presence of carcinogenic substances or other hazardous materials.

Location

San Francisco, CA

Work Type

Onsite

Experience Level

Research Tech I
Research Technician II

Education Level

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Neuroscience, Bioengineering or a related field.

Salary/Compensations

$20.08 - $25.14
$24.00 - $30.00

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
One on one mentorship with a graduate student/postdoc in the lab
Being part of research projects with potential for authorship on research papers
Attending scientific conferences
Weekly meetings with Dr. Brainard and lab members in a collaborative and highly team-oriented setting
Upward career growth potential
Exceptional health benefits
Retirement plans
Time off
A range of recognition and wellness programs

About the Company

HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Equal Opportunity

HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer