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We are currently looking for a scientifically curious Research Technician to work in the lab of Dr. Lisa Giocomo at Stanford University. Lisa Giocomo is interested in understanding the neural basis of spatial navigation. Her lab investigates multiple brain regions responsible for mapping the external environment, allowing animals to remember past locations, know their current position, and flexibly plan future routes. To achieve this, Giocomo's lab employs a combination of electrophysiology, imaging, and computational modeling in rodents navigating both virtual and real-world environments. By examining how neural populations work together to create spatial maps, she aims to uncover the fundamental principles the brain uses to facilitate navigation in a dynamic, ever-changing world. For more information about the lab visit https://giocomolab.weebly.com/
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About the Research Technician role:
The ideal candidate is an organized, detail-oriented individual who will be responsible for working with other scientists to train mice and support projects of learning complexity. You will play a key role in these projects working directly with a mentor.
What we provide:
- Hands-on training in mouse behavior, electrophysiology, anatomical histological processing, and computational analyses.
- One on one mentorship with a senior graduate student or postdoc in the lab.
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and encouraging research environment.
- A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits including an employee education assistance program.
- Opportunities to attend local conferences, departmental seminars and retreats.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
What you'll do:
- Perform behavioral and electrophysiology experiments for ongoing research projects.
- Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, work independently, use good judgment, and monitor completion of assigned duties.
- Work with training mice for different behaviors.
- Ability to operate complex scientific equipment.
- Fully understands role in the work unit and in related units as well as understanding how the job relates to the organization.
- Follow instruction with an eagerness to learn, grow professionally, and be mentored.
- Ability to interact positively with all levels of staff.
- Work efficiently, be adaptable, and be self-motivated.
What you bring:
- A bachelor's degree in biological sciences, in an appropriate field; or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
- Knowledge of laboratory protocols and techniques.
- Previous hands-on laboratory experience is required.
- Experience with computational analysis of electrophysiology data would be beneficial. Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with mice or rats would be beneficial.
- Good organizational skills, prioritization skills, time management skills, and meticulous attention to detail.
Physical Requirements
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. The position requires mobility, including the 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.
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Please Note:
This job description sets forth the job's principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word "may," the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are "essential functions" of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Compensation Range
$20.08 (minimum) - $25.14 (midpoint) - $32.65 (maximum)
Pay Type:
Hourly
HHMI's salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data. HHMI considers a candidate's education, previous experiences, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity when making job offers. Typically, a new hire for this position in this location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range.
HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer