Research Assistant - Laboratory of Neurobiology
Research Assistant - Laboratory of Neurobiology
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About the Opportunity
JOB SUMMARY
As a key member of an interdisciplinary team the Research Assistant will be responsible for completing complex tasks related to the research in the Laboratory of Neurobiology. In particular the Research Assistant will perform experiments in behavioral neurobiology using established procedures and further developing existing protocols; collect and analyze large data sets; adhere to the principles of Good Laboratory Practice; assist in the preparation of figures for manuscripts and grant proposals; participate in training of undergraduate researchers; maintain lab equipment order supplies and contribute to the care of the labs fish stock. The Research Assistant will work closely with other scientists in the lab and report directly to the Principal Investigator. There will be the opportunity to co-author scientific publications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Experimentation: Setting up and performing experiments involving live fish; recording data.
Data management and analysis: Management of large data sets; analysis of the data using specialized software custom-written MATLAB scripts and SPSS.
Documentation: Maintaining detailed records of experiments.
Preparation of figures for manuscripts: Preparing figures for scientific publications using EXCEL and CorelDraw.
Animal care: Maintaining the labs stock of tropical fish.
Research support: Interacting with other scientists and assisting the Principal Investigator with other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
The qualified candidate must have a Bachelors degree in a relevant field of science (e.g. biology behavioral neuroscience) and a minimum of 2 years experience working in a research lab setting. Attention to detail strong organizational and quantitative skills as well as the ability to work both on a self-directed basis and in a team are essential.
Position Type
ResearchAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical vision dental paid time off tuition assistance wellness & life retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
106SExpected Hiring Range:
$47890.00 - $65848.75With the pay range(s) shown above the starting salary will depend on several factors which may include your education experience location knowledge and expertise and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
Employment Type
Full-Time
