Nelson Lab - Junior Specialist

Nelson Lab - Junior Specialist

Department of Neurology, University of California, San Francisco

The Junior Specialist will join the Nelson lab at UCSF, where we investigate the cellular and circuit mechanisms of movement disorders, using mouse models. We use a combination of systems neuroscience techniques, including electrophysiology, optogenetics, and mouse behavioral assays to unravel how basal ganglia activity and connectivity contribute to movement disorders like Parkinson’s Disease, dyskinesias and dystonia. In this role, you will manage our transgenic mouse colony and perform immunohistochemistry experiments, while also engaging in individual or collaborative research projects involving mouse behavior, stereotaxic surgery, and optogenetics.

On the job training will be provided for these techniques.

• Collaborative management of our transgenic mouse colony (breeding, genotyping, weaning) and ordering of supplies.
• Postmortem neuroanatomical studies including brain sectioning, immunohistochemistry, and imaging.
• Learning new lab techniques and participating in individual or collaborative research projects.
• Attending and participating in lab meetings.

• A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) or at least four years of research experience.
• Minimum of one year of neuroscience wet lab experience.
• Ability to perform genotyping (PCR), immunohistochemistry (brain sectioning, staining, imaging), and basic rodent handling skills.

• Experience with rodent behavioral assays, stereotaxic surgery, systems neuroscience approaches, coding skills in MATLAB and/or Python.

Salary range: $55,000–$58,600 (see Table 24B for details).

To apply , submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./JPF
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• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae – must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g., board eligibility, certification, medical licensure).
• Statement of Research (optional)

• Three references (contact information only)

As a University employee, you will comply with applicable University policies and collective bargaining agreements. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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