Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Support the faculty investigator by assisting with developing software for 2-photon microscope, as well as modules for data collection and developing a processing pipeline for analyzing in vivo calcium signals recorded from transgenic insects and brain organoids. Expected to contribute towards development and conducting of research projects, including equipment design, prototyping, equipment maintenance, experimental design and data acquisition, data analysis, documentation of experimental results, assisting in writing scientific manuscripts, research proposals and reports, and training of other lab members.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• At direction of faculty investigator, conduct experiments and calibrate equipment.
• Monitor/evaluate experiments.
• Maintain records/reports.
• Collect data from experiments.
• Support the faculty investigator by developing software for 2-photon microscope, as well as modules for data collection and developing a processing pipeline for analyzing in vivo calcium signals recorded from transgenic insects and brain organoids.
• Assist lab members in data collection during experiments.
• May include use of Makerspaces, machine shops, advanced manufacturing, or supervising research teams.
• Daily care, monitoring and enrichment of animals.
• Assist with preparation/maintenance of protocols for small animal procedures.
• Maintain lab research, safety and purchasing records.
• Purchase items requested by lab members and anticipate the need for other items not requested.
• Ensure compliance with university and laboratory safety regulations.
• Monitor safety training of lab members and perform monthly inspections.
• Monitor and foster proper handling of hazardous and biohazard waste.
• Contribute significantly to fostering a positive working environment for lab members.
• Facilitate the execution of tasks such as routine lab chores, preparation of lab solutions/reagents, and regular maintenance or cleaning of equipment.
• Train new personnel and supervise occasional undergraduate researchers.
• Purchase items requested by lab members and anticipate the need for other items not requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. 
• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or physics, or four years of equivalent education/experience in an engineering or sciences laboratory or research setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in biology, neuroscience, biomedical engineering, computer science or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and communicate with laboratory staff and investigators.
• Ability to maintain complete and organized records/reports.
• Working knowledge of computer software and general lab equipment.
• Prior laboratory experience in software development and image processing is desired.
• Interest in learning and applying new techniques is highly preferred;
• Excellent organization and communication skills are highly preferred.
• Other skills: familiarity or prior experience developing device level software modules, microcontroller programming, machine learning methods and data processing technique.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

M.S. - Master of Science