OPS Research Assistant; Psychology

Overview

Job Title:

OPS Research Assistant (Psychology)

Location:

Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary:
Temporary

Full/Part Time:

Job

Department:
Department of Psychology

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting experiments in rodents to test the role of the thalamus in memory function. This will involve rodent handling, surgery and behavioral training; histological processing and imaging of brain tissue.
• Maintaining accurate records of experiments and collected data.
• Assists with laboratory maintenance, ordering laboratory supplies,
• Helps maintain a collaborative, clean, and safe workplace and assists with other experimental and lab related duties as required.

High School or equivalent

• Strong organizational and management skills.
• Capable of organizing and managing data and documentation.
• Providing technical support for laboratory projects.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a motivation to excel in a collaborative research environment.

While not required, experience in neuroscience research with animals is preferred.

About the Varela lab:
The Varela Laboratory is dedicated to exploring the neural underpinnings of learning and memory in rodents. We employ a wide array of cutting-edge neuroscience techniques, including electrode recordings in freely behaving rodents, closed-loop brain activity manipulations, optogenetics, and computational approaches.

Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Varela at c.varela

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity.

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$16.50 per hour.

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Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

This is an OPS/temporary job.

Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.