Research Assistant, Pharmacology

About The Work Unit

The Department of Pharmacology is one of the most distinguished pharmacology departments in the country. Research interests include seven major areas: signal transduction mechanisms, neuronal communication and synaptic signaling, bioactive lipids, molecular basis of neuropsychiatric disorders, structural biology, drug discovery, and cancer biology. For information about research in the laboratory visit

• Conduct experiments and assays.
• Record, compile, interpret and communicate data.
• Generation of mutant and transgenic zebrafish lines by microinjection.
• Spinal cord surgeries and behavioral assays in zebrafish.
• Molecular cloning and histology (cryostats, immunohistochemistry, microscopy).
• Ordering and preparation of laboratory reagents.
• Participation to weekly group laboratory meetings.

• Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, Biology or related field and previous experience in a research lab.
• Previous experience at Vanderbilt University is preferred.
• Organizational and troubleshooting skills,attention to details, excellent work ethics.
• Motivation to learn, ability to pick up new techniques promptly and conduct literature search if needed is required.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an efficient, focused, and timely manner.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and computer skills.