Research Assistant - NEUROSCIENCE

Job Title

Research Assistant - Neuroscience

Kent Campus - Kent, OH

$35,568 - $41,000

We are seeking a full-time research assistant in the Department of Anthropology at Kent State University. The position is funded by National Institute on Aging grants (5 years) to examine the interrelationship of age‑related changes in cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, as well as neurodegenerative diseases, in humans and nonhuman primates to understand their impact on longevity and health span.

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing histology, immunohistochemistry, advanced unbiased stereology, and protein assays. In addition, the candidate will assist in day‑to‑day laboratory management, ordering supplies, training students on experimental techniques, data analyses, scientific presentations, drafting publications, and other duties as assigned by the principal investigators.

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in neuroscience, biology, biotechnology, or biomedical sciences
• Prior experience (1‑2 years) in a laboratory setting
• Highly motivated, dependable, and consistently on time
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines
• Effective problem‑solving skills
• Adherence to rigorous scientific and ethical standards for research
• Demonstrate professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and collaboratively within a team

• Experience with Excel, IBM SPSS, Graph Pad Prism, and Image J software
• Knowledge of human or nonhuman primate neuroanatomy

Please apply online, and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Must pass a security check.

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The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority.

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