"Life Science Research Professional 2 (On-Site Only)"

Post Date: Oct 24, 2025

Requisition #: 107633

This position has been deemed critical by the School of Humanities & Sciences Dean's Office and is exempt from the hiring freeze.

The School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S) is the foundation of a liberal arts education at Stanford...

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Biology at Stanford University... Learn more at https://biology.stanford.edu/

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Hernandez-Nunez Lab is seeking a research specialist... Brain-Body Interactions Research at the Hernandez-Nunez Lab...

This is a 100% FTE, 2-year fixed term exempt position. This position will be based on the Stanford campus.

If you believe that this opportunity is a match... Thank you for considering employment opportunities with the School of Humanities and Sciences.

CORE DUTIES:

• Independently conduct a portion of the research project(s)...
• Independently conduct complex (lab and/or field) experiments...
• Interpret and analyze results...
• Develop new research protocols...
• Perform ongoing literature review...
• Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers...
• Work with health and safety department...
• Supervise (either formally or informally) staff or students...
• Oversee the daily activities of the laboratory...
• * Other duties may also be assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a related scientific field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
• General computer skills...
• Strong analytical skills...
• Ability to maintain detailed records...
• Ability to work under deadlines...
• Excellent organizational skills...

Preferred/Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong programming skills in Python and/or MATLAB.
• Experience working in systems or in computational neuroscience.
• Ideally (but not required) experience working with zebrafish
• Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May require work in an environment where animals are used...
• Position may at times require...
• Employee must perform tasks that require...
• May require extended or unusual work hours...

The expected pay range for this position is $85,376 to $99,581 per annum.

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