Research Technician

Research Technician - Alhadeff Lab

MONELL CHEMICAL SENSES CENTER

The Monell Chemical Senses Center is a world-renowned non-profit research institute and a global leader dedicated to advancing knowledge about the senses of taste, smell, and related senses and translating its discoveries into real-world advances in policy, practice, and behavior. Monell is located in the heart of the vibrant educational and life sciences hub of Philadelphia.

The Alhadeff lab at the Monell Chemical Senses Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, is seeking a full-time Research Technician to help with ongoing research on gut-brain signaling and how it contributes to the neural control of feeding behavior.

The position involves assisting with lab organization and management as well as performing primary neuroscience research using rodent models. The Research Technician will be trained by PhD-level staff in basic neuroscience research techniques, including behavioral assays, imaging, optogenetics, chemogenetics, histology, colony care, breeding and management techniques, and basic wet-lab and organizational skills. Flexibility with scheduled hours is necessary.

Although we are open to applicants with all types of career goals, this position is an especially good opportunity for those who are considering applying to graduate school in Neuroscience, Biology, or a related field in the future. We particularly encourage candidates from diverse and/or underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Please visit for more information on the ongoing research projects that this position will support.

Key Responsibilities:

Learning and performing basic neuroscience techniques in rodent models, including behavioral assays, imaging, optogenetics, chemogenetics, and/or histology

Learning and performing surgical techniques

Working with other lab members on collaborative research projects

Analyzing data, writing experimental reports and data summaries,and presenting research findings to others in the lab

Assisting with lab organization, cleaning, ordering, and management

Qualifications:

Minimum requirements for the position:

BA/BS in Biology or related sciences is preferred

Experience with rodent models is preferred

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.

Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented and able to work independently

Location: Monell Chemical Senses Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Reports To:

Amber Alhadeff, PhD.

Application Instructions

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