Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I

Responsibilities

• Daily lab management and overseeing experimental procedures:
• The candidate is also expected to participate in regular group meetings and provide updates and progress reports on a weekly basis.
• Perform cellular and molecular studies using established techniques: This includes tissue sectioning (cryostat), immunohistochemistry, and image collection and analysis (microscopy). Other tasks include performing cell culture, qPCR, Western blot, and ELISAs. qPCR, Western blot, and ELISAs.
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's in neuroscience, biology, psychology, biochemistry, life sciences, or related fields.
• Laboratory experience.
• Interest in studying biology of the nervous system.
• Ability/interest in using rodent models (mice).
• Reliable, resilient, and organized; methodical.
• Can work independently or in a team.
• Driven to contribute to a developing team.
• Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, and other Office programs.
• Research laboratory experience; applicants will also be considered if they have demonstrated hands-on precision work with biological samples, live animals, or clinical/surgical procedures.
• Interested and able to learn new techniques.

Requirements

• Proficiency with one or more of the following skills: immunohistochemistry, rodent brain anatomy, rodent behavioral procedures, confocal microscopy, bright field microscopy, molecular biology.
• Proficiency with literature searches and science writing.
• Experience handling and caring for rodents.
• Master's degree in neuroscience, biology, psychology, biochemistry, life sciences, or related fields.
• Salary Range
• $40,000
• Working Conditions
• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment required (furnished)
• May work around standard office conditions
• May work around biohazards
• May work around chemicals
• May work around chemical fumes
• May work around mechanical and electrical hazards
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Required Materials
• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Posting Title: Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I ---- Hiring Department: Department of Psychology ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027 ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes The neuroscience laboratory of Dr. Andrew Gaudet in the Department of Psychology (with joint affiliations with Neurology and Neurosurgery) is recruiting a motivated lab technician. Our lab studies mouse models of spinal cord injury, neuroinflammation, and circadian disruption using behavioral, RNA, protein, and cell culture approaches. The technician will assist with ongoing projects, mouse colony care, and new aspects of the lab. Organizational and social skills will be required, as will skills related to biological techniques. Individuals with previous lab experience will be preferred. Our small team is supportive, productive, and positive. We aim to build a strong team that fosters the professional success of all employees and trainees. For information on the Gaudet Lab, please visit https://www.gaudetlab.com/ This is a one-year fixed term position.

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