Research Specialist
Job Details
Posting Number: RTF00138PO26
USC Market Title: Research Specialist
Business Title (Internal Title): Research Specialist
Campus: Columbia
College/Division: School of Medicine Columbia
Department: SOMC Pharmacology, Physiology, and Neuroscience
Anticipated Hiring Range: $36,308.00
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Hours per Week: 37.5
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm. Must be flexible to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position: Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis: 12 months
Advertised Job Summary
The Wood Lab in the Department of Pharmacology, Physiology & Neuroscience is seeking a Research Specialist I to support NIH-funded research examining molecular mechanisms engaged by stress that regulate anxiety-like behaviors. Under general supervision, the Research Specialist I will perform experiments using cutting-edge techniques to study how the brain regulates behavior relevant to fear and anxiety disorders, learning, memory, and addiction.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in area of research specialty.
Preferred Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Biology, Physiology, Neuroscience, Immunology or related scientific field, a record of strong communication, writing skills, and experience with in vivo approaches (e.g., surgical techniques, behavioral analyses, tissue dissection, electrophysiology etc.).
- Preference will be given to highly motivated individuals with demonstrated ability to conduct research with rigorous record keeping and enthusiasm to take an active role in shaping the research program.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Basic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Pharmacology, Physiology, Neuroscience, Immunology or a related field and 1 year related research experience is required.
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