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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Technical Associate I, Wang Lab in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Technical Associate I, Wang Lab
Job Number: 23809
Functional Area: Research - Scientific
Department: McGovern Institute for Brain Research
School Area: Office of Provost
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
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Job Description
TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I, McGovern Institute for Brain Research, to join the laboratory of Professor Fan Wang (https://www.wanglab-neuro.org/) and conduct research on the neurobiology of sensorimotor behaviors. Responsibilities include mouse colony management, mouse surgery, mouse behavior training and testing, cryosection and histological staining experiments, learning to perform in vivo recording and imaging, and analyzing recording and imaging data. Will be trained to acquire different technical skills used in the Wang Lab.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: bachelor’s degree in neurobiology, biology, bioengineering, biochemistry or a related field; two years of experience working with rodents in a research setting (may include experience gained as undergraduate and/or doing post-graduate work); excellent communication and organizational skills; meticulous attention to detail; and the ability to work relatively independently, juggle multiple tasks, and be prompt. PREFERRED: experience working with mice in a research setting. Job #238093/12/24