Research Technician I, II, III - Limited Term (Onsite)

at  Georgia Tech

JOB SUMMARY

The Najafi lab (www.najafilab.org) has multiple openings for Research Technicians 1, 2 or 3 to assist with experiments in the field of systems and behavioral neuroscience. We use mice to understand the neural circuits that generate and update predictions about our rapidly changing world. We are looking for a highly motivated and well-organized applicant to fill in this position. The applicant must commit to a minimum of 2 years. Preference is given to applicants who can commit for longer.
Perform a variety of technical activities required for conducting tests and experiments in a school or research laboratory within the Institute. Includes data collection and analyses, experiment preparation and equipment setup and operation. This position will interact on a consistent basis with: academic and research faculty, co-workers. This position typically will advise and counsel: NA. This position will supervise: NA.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

One to two years of job related experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with surgery and behavioral training of mice null -Experience with tissue processing
• Experience with building rigs
• Experience with methods for recording and perturbing neural activity, e.g., imaging, electrophysiology, optogenetics, etc.
• Coding skills (python, MATLAB, etc.)

SKILLS

This job requires working knowledge of research lab equipment and support processes and practices. Includes skill in data organization, statistical analysis and use of statistical and scientific computer applications.