Job Summary:

The Research Support Specialist will join the Solessio Lab in the Center for Vision Research. This visual neuroscience lab is focused on understanding how rod and cone photoreceptors in the retina process light information in normal and disease conditions. The laboratory integrates retinal electrophysiological techniques, transgenic mouse models, animal visual behavior, and mathematical modeling to investigate the neural and perceptual mechanisms underlying vision. The Research Support Specialist will be responsible for ordering lab equipment and reagents, assisting in the maintenance of the transgenic mouse colony, and performing experiments. Duties related to the mouse colony include breeding animals, PCR-genotyping, and accurate record keeping of the colony. Experimental duties revolve around the following set practices by Dr. Solessio, to provide assistance with electrophysiological experiments including electroretinograms and whole cell voltage and current clamp recordings, statistical data analysis and modeling. Other duties include retinal dissections, tissue sectioning, immunohistochemistry, and biochemical protein assays. Applicants with interest or experience in neuronal modeling are welcomed to apply. The applicant should possess strong written and verbal communication skills and will be involved in weekly lab meetings. The lab is dedicated to inclusive mentorship and training and is looking for members to contribute to a dynamic and supportive environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Biology, Neuroscience or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with mice preferred, but not required.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday; Some evening or weekend hours may be required to accommodate lab activities

Message to Applicants:

Salary Range-$32,000-$38,000

Recruitment Office: Human Resources