MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. May require professional certification. Grade 4 (Hourly)

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Technician I to join our team, Khaing Lab, in the Anatomical Sciences and Neurobiology Department at the University of Louisville. This role is ideal for recent graduates with strong laboratory research experience gained during their undergraduate studies, who will contribute to innovative research aimed at understanding and improving outcomes for central nervous system (CNS) injuries. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience in laboratory techniques, animal care, bright field and fluorescence microscopy, and data analysis with a strong background in neuroscience and biochemical research.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct histological slide preparation and staining techniques (e.g., immunohistochemistry) to visualize neural markers.
• Perform advanced microscopy to analyze tissue samples and experimental results.
• Participate in sterile surgeries, including preparation, intraoperative support, and post-operative care under IACUC-approved protocols in rodents.
• Perform behavioral studies and analyze outcomes in preclinical models through detailed scoring systems.
• Manage laboratory supplies and ensure adherence to safety regulations and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate on research projects exploring therapeutic interventions for spinal cord injuries, including pharmacological and surgical approaches.
• Collect and process data to quantify outcomes and evaluate novel therapeutic methods.
• Contribute to ongoing projects focusing on CNS tissue preservation, chronic inflammation mapping, and neuroprotection strategies.
• Present findings during team meetings and conferences to guide research direction and methodology.
• Mentor and train undergraduate researchers, providing guidance on experimental design and laboratory methods.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with animal husbandry and rodent model care under IACUC protocols.
• Proficient in cardiac perfusion of laboratory animals, tissue processing, staining, and advanced microscopy techniques.
• Familiarity with surgical procedures and biometrics management during experiments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication abilities, particularly in presenting scientific findings.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team setting.

• Conduct histological slide preparation and staining techniques (e.g., immunohistochemistry) to visualize neural markers.
• Perform advanced microscopy to analyze tissue samples and experimental results.
• Participate in sterile surgeries, including preparation, intraoperative support, and post-operative care under IACUC-approved protocols in rodents.
• Perform behavioral studies and analyze outcomes in preclinical models through detailed scoring systems.
• Manage laboratory supplies and ensure adherence to safety regulations and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate on research projects exploring therapeutic interventions for spinal cord injuries, including pharmacological and surgical approaches.
• Collect and process data to quantify outcomes and evaluate novel therapeutic methods.
• Contribute to ongoing projects focusing on CNS tissue preservation, chronic inflammation mapping, and neuroprotection strategies.
• Present findings during team meetings and conferences to guide research direction and methodology.
• Mentor and train undergraduate researchers, providing guidance on experimental design and laboratory methods