OPS Lab Tech
Job in
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida, 32635, USA
Listed on 2026-06-13
Listing for:
University Of Florida
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-06-13
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Research Assistant/Associate, Clinical Research, Neurology, Research Scientist -
Healthcare
Clinical Research, Neurology
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job no: 540175
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration
Department: - MD-NEUROSCIENCE-GENERAL
Classification TitleBachelor degree in STEM field and 2 years of hands‑on experience working with laboratory mice in a neuroscience lab.
Job DescriptionThe Padilla-Coreano Lab in the Neuroscience Department at the University of Florida is seeking a research assistant interested in social and behavioral neuroscience. The position involves working with mice and learning advanced neural circuit techniques such as optogenetics and electrophysiology.
Duties Include- Perform behavioral experiments in mice
- Perform mouse surgical procedures, such as stereotaxic craniotomies and perfusions
- Assist with histological procedures
- Build custom made electrodes
- Setup and test behavioral equipment
- Help with lab setup and organization and support duties relating to lab operations
- Assist in behavioral and neural activity data collection and analysis
$20.00-$25.00 per hour
Required Qualifications- 2 years of hands‑on experience working with laboratory mice in a neuroscience lab.
- Previous stereotaxic surgical experience in rodents
- Previous experience with social behavioral assays in mice, such as the tube test
- Previous experience with brain tissue sectioning, mounting, and imaging
- Experience with Python
- Actively seeking to learn new neuroscience lab skills and become a competitive PhD student
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Health Assessment
Required:
YES
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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