OPS Neuroscience Laboratory Research Technician
OPS Neuroscience Laboratory Research Technician
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OPS Research Technician
An OPS Research Technician position is available in Dr. Zepeng Yaos laboratory ( in the Department of Biology at the University of Florida (UF) Gainesville campus. The anticipated start date is August 1 2025 with flexibility.
Our lab studies the neural circuit mechanisms underlying sensory processing and feeding regulation employing a wide range of state-of-the-art techniques including optogenetics two-photon calcium imaging quantitative high-throughput behavioral assays bioinformatics and whole-brain connectomics. The candidate will the opportunity to contribute to ongoing research projects which may involve conducting wet-lab experiments and/or performing bioinformatics/connectomics analyses depending on their interests and background. Additionally the candidate will assist with day-to-day lab operations such as fruit fly husbandry.
We strive to cultivate an open and collaborative lab environment that fosters innovative and cutting-edge research. The candidate will benefit from hands-on training in various techniques collegial interactions with lab members and collaboration opportunities both within and beyond the lab.
UF is Floridas oldest largest and most comprehensive land-grant university and ranks among the top U.S. public universities. Located in Gainesvillea city of approximately 150000 residents in North-Central FloridaUF is about 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico 70 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and within a two-hour drive of major metropolitan areas such as Orlando Tampa and Jacksonville. The regions beautiful climate and extensive parks and recreational areas offer year-round outdoor activities including hiking biking nature photography and water sports. UFs vibrant college sports programs museums and performing arts center provide a range of cultural and entertainment options. Learn more about Gainesville at Visit Gainesville ( Salary:
$1518/hour commensurate with qualifications and experience. Full-time employment (40 hours/week) is preferred; part-time employment may also be considered.
- Bachelors degree or higher in biology or related disciplines with some laboratory experience.
- Self-motivated hard-working responsible resilient and able to solve problems independently.
- Experience in connectomics and/or bioinformatics such as RNA-seq data analysis.
- Familiarity with coding languages such as Python and R.
For full consideration applications must be submitted online by clicking Apply Now at the top of this posting.
A complete application includes: (1) a letter of application (1-2 pages) summarizing your qualifications interests future career plans and suitability for the position; (2) a complete curriculum vitae (CV); and (3) names and contact information for 2-3 references. After the initial review letters of recommendation may be requested from the references for selected applicants.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting July 14 2025 and the position will remain open until filled.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
