RESEARCH TECHNICIAN 3, ANIMAL, School of Medicine, Pharmacology (23500585200228)

A laboratory animal focused technician position is available to do research on Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The applicant will be able to participate in exciting cell biology studies exploring the pathophysiology of these illnesses, and contribute to the development of novel therapeutic agents.

The responsibilities include:

1) Managing our colony of mice (including genotyping and breeding)

2) Performing behavioral studies and procedures related to the mice

3) Performing molecular and immunochemical experiments in collaboration with other laboratory members

The applicant must be strongly motivated, able to work independently and possess a strong ability to organize data. In addition, have good interpersonal skills. The applicant must have a bachelors degree and 3-5 years of prior laboratory experience. Compensation is dependent on experience.

Candidates CV or resume must state their GPA.

Candidates must have experience working with miceor rats; experience in behavior is a plus.

Please note all newly hired staff and faculty will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire. You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions ). For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the COVID-19 Resources site. 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.