Description: The Olfactory Circuits Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at Lehigh University in eastern Pennsylvania has full-time laboratory technician positions open for motivated individuals interested in contributing to cutting-edge neuroscience research. Work in the lab seeks to advance understanding of neural circuits within the mouse olfactory bulb and broader olfactory system and mammalian brain. The open positions offer an excellent opportunity for new graduates as well as more experienced applicants to obtain expert hands-on training and develop a strong foundation for future graduate study or a permanent research role. Positions are grant-funded and subject to successful continuation of funding.

Trainees can gain expertise in:

Neurophysiology and neurobiology, with specific focus on the mammalian olfactory system
Advanced tools for neuroscience research, including genetically-modified mice, stereotaxic surgery and adeno-associated virus delivery, and intersectional molecular strategies for neuron targeting
Microscopy, including brightfield, fluorescence, widefield and confocal microscopy, morphometric analyses, and histological and immunostaining techniques
Olfactory-guided rodent behavioral experiments
Acute brain slice electrophysiology, including voltage- and current-clamp recordings, synaptic physiology, pharmacology, optogenetics, and chemogenetics
Relevant software, including MATLAB, IgorPro, FIJI, Micro-Manager, Neurolucida, Illustrator
Experimental design, writing, and presentation skills

Responsibilities of this position include:

Independently planning and executing experiments
Flexible scheduling to accommodate experimental timeframes
Reading relevant background articles
Analyzing experimental data, preparing figures, and contributing to manuscript writing
Participating in lab meetings and collaborating with research team members

Minimum qualifications:

B.S. or equivalent degree in neuroscience or related field
Background in cellular and systems neuroscience and/or neurophysiology
Basic wet lab skills, such as solution calculations and preparation, and micropipetting

Preferred qualifications:

Coding experience (MATLAB preferred)

Openings have an approximate salary range of $44,000-$53,000, subject to prior experience, and classify as non-exempt 40 hours-per-week positions and qualify for Lehigh’s competitive benefits package, including healthcare, retirement, and educational benefits and flexible vacation.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest and CV with contact information for 2-3 references.

Pay: $44,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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