Research Technician

Location: New York

The Meyer Lab in the Department of Psychology at the University at Buffalo is seeking a full-time Research Technician to contribute to ongoing research in behavioral genetics and neuropsychopharmacology. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in animal models of motivation and addiction and will include extensive training in rodent surgery, behavioral models of neuropsychiatric disorders, and neurobiological methods.

Key accountabilities and responsibilities

• Conduct animal surgeries, drug administration, and tissue collection
• Conduct behavioral testing using rat models of learning, memory, and motivation
• Maintain accurate records of experimental procedures and outcomes
• Manage inventory and order lab supplies
• Care for and monitor laboratory animals following laboratory protocols
• Clean and maintain laboratory equipment and work spaces

The University at Buffalo is a flagship institution in the SUNY system, known for strong interdisciplinary research and a commitment to inclusive excellence. The Meyer Lab is funded by NIH and focused on the neurobiology of learning, motivation, and addiction, using behavioral, genetic, and neurochemical approaches.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Education towards a degree in psychology, neuroscience, biology, or a related field
• At least one year of experience in a laboratory setting
• Familiarity with rodent handling and behavioral experiments
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Availability for evening and weekend work

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, biology, or a related field
• Experience with jugular catheterizations in rats is highly desired
• Experience with stereotaxic surgery, histology, or neuropharmacology
• Experience with behavioral software (e.g., Med Associates)
• Interest in long-term research involvement (minimum 2 years)

Physical Demands

Salary Range

Salary Range $34,151- $46,000

Additional Salary Information

Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours

40 hours

Campus

Campus South Campus

Posting Alerts

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?

Is a background check required for this posting? No

Contact Information

Contact's Name

Contact's Name Paul Meyer

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title

Contact's Title Associate Professor

Contact's Email

Contact's Phone

Contact's Phone

Posting Dates

Posted

Posted 08/25/2025

Date to be filled

References

Number of references required

Number of references required 3

Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

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• * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
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  • Research Foundation Employee
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  • State Professional
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  • No Current Employment Affiliation
• * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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• * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
  • Yes
  • No

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