Research Assistant I

Position Summary

The research laboratory led by Drs David Morgan and Marcia Gordon is seeking a research technician to participate in research testing experimental treatments for Alzheimer's disease. The laboratory is supported by the NIH and other agencies to study mouse models of Alzheimer's disease and test possible treatments in these models. The research technician will be part of a research team consisting of faculty, students and other research technicians. The specific role of this position will be to perform behavioral analyses of the mice during the experiment and histological examination of the brains of the mice to determine if treatments modified the brain pathology. Additional responsibilities will be analysis of the data collected in the procedures and contribution to the design of experiments and resulting manuscripts as an integral part of the research team. Opportunities will also be available to learn additional methods used in the laboratory such as mouse brain surgery, protein chemistry, nucleic acid chemistry (PCR) and -omics methods such as RNAseq.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Biology, Neuroscience or other related science fields; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in standard laboratory procedures and safety requirements and performing analytical and research techniques in biomedical sciences, related to neuroscience, basic laboratory bench skills; histology and/or animal behavior related to the research being performed; Requires Microsoft Office (Word; Excel); or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Desired Qualifications

Experience working in a neuroscience research laboratory.
Masters degree in neuroscience or a related field.
Experience with mice as pets or in a research setting.
Experience with histological procedures. 
Experience with spreadsheets, statistical analysis software and computer graphing programs.
Willingness to participate as part of a team of researchers  each having a different expertise to contribute to the projects being conducted. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

CV
2 names (and contact information) for possible references (we will advise you if we plan to contact them)
Letter explaining why you have interest in the position

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Description of End Date

This is an off dated position funded for one year (12 months) from date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.

Website

http://translationalscience.msu.edu/

Summary of Health Risks

Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue.

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Bidding eligibility ends May 5, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.