Responsible for independent implementation of experiments involving rodent models of psychiatric disorders that include surgical, viral, and behavioral manipulations. Duties include: 

 

• Manage all aspects of an electrophysiology behavioral neuroscience laboratory including supervising all orders, preparation of regulatory protocol and research reports, training and supervising of students
• Independent implementation of experiments involving rodent models of psychiatric disorders that include surgical, viral, and behavioral manipulations
• Independent responsibility for research studies such as choice of antibody for a given paradigm
• Monitor expenditure related to federal grant research supply budget

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field and 5 years of relevant experience; OR Master's Degree in relevant field and 3 years of relevant experience

• Experience in performing rodent neuroscience behavior, surgical and histology methodologies with a clear demonstration that experiments can be carried out independently

• Experience with data collection, analysis and data illustration

• Demonstrated ability to supervise students and Research Assistants in a laboratory setting

• Experience with preparing and implanting animal research related regulatory protocols

• Knowledge of complex laboratory methods such as operation of skinner boxes and surgical methods

• Demonstrated ability to maintain supply levels for a multiple procedures in a relatively large laboratory

• Experience ordering laboratory supplies

• Familiarly with OHSU regulatory and fiscal systems

• Experience in dealing with different vendors, suppliers, customers in different contexts

Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a cover letter and CV/resume. 

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