Job Description: Summary: The Research Assistant will contribute to various aspects of experimental work and general operation in the labs of Dr. Sonia Mayoral and Dr. Alexander Jaworski in the Department of Neuroscience. This includes assisting with the overall administration of both labs and daily lab activities, including mouse colony management, maintaining cell lines and reagents, tissue collection and processing, and assisting with experimental analysis. This position will be shared 50% of the time supporting the Mayoral lab and 50% of the time supporting the Jaworski lab with the same responsibilities and supporting actions. That Mayoral lab studies glia-neuron interactions in development and disease, while the Jaworski lab investigates the cellular molecular mechanisms of axon guidance and neural circuit assembly during embryogenesis. Both labs employ a variety of experimental methods, including classic and modern molecular and cell biological approaches and in vivo mouse genetics. This is a fixed -term position with a current end date of one year from hire, which may be extended based upon available funding. Job Qualifications Education and Experience + Required: Bachelor's degree in the life sciences. + Required: Prior related experience or extensive coursework. (grade 7) + Required: 1-2 years relevant laboratory experience. (grade 8) + And/ or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Required: Direct experience with mouse husbandry and colony management. + Experience with cell culture techniques is a plus. + Experience with biochemistry techniques such as RT- PC and Western blotting is a plus. + Experience with immunohistology techniques and fluorescence imaging is a plus. Job Competencies + Demonstrated interest in scientific research. + Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group if people, with vastly different skills, training, and cultural backgrounds. + Careful planning, attention to detail, and reliable execution of assigned responsibilities + Excellent interpersonal skills + Must be willing and able to provide technical support to all laboratory personnel. + Must see to the maintenance and organization of laboratory research activities. + Must interact well with other laboratory personnel, with members of the Brown University community, and with the broader research community. + Ability to perform complex experiments, research protocols, and techniques with high levels of reliability and accuracy within time constraints. + Knowledge of and hands- on experience with basic mouse husbandry and handling. + Excellent written and oral communication skills. + Basic skills with MS Office Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. + Ability to be observant and self-motived, think critically, and problem-solve. + Must be able to multitask and complete tasks in a timely manner. + Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED Note: This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship from Brown University Benefits of Working at Brown: Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here (https://www.brown.edu/a-z/benefits-working-brown) . Recruiting Start Date: 2024-12-10 Job Posting Title: Research Assistant Department: Department of Neuroscience Grade: Grade 7 Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5 Position Work Location: Onsite Submission Guidelines: Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application. Still Have Questions? If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu. EEO Statement: Brown University is an E-Verify Employer. As an EEO/AA employer (https://go.brown.edu/equal-employment-opportunity) , Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.