Technical Associate I, Wilson Lab in Cambridge: 559213

Q: What qualifications are required for the Technical Associate I position?

Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience or a related field, at least two years of related lab experience, animal handling experience (preferably with rodents), excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to analyze data for publication. Explore research jobs for similar roles.

Q: What are the primary responsibilities in the Wilson Lab?

Support in vivo calcium imaging in mice, including animal handling, stereotaxic surgeries, post-operative care, animal colony maintenance, handling biologically hazardous materials like viral vectors, operating miniscope imaging systems, behavioral experiments, data quality monitoring, and compliance with CAC and biosafety protocols. Check research assistant jobs for details.

Q: Is prior experience with rodents or surgeries required?

Animal handling experience, preferably with rodents, is required. Assistance with stereotaxic and survival surgeries and post-operative care is key. No advanced surgical independence specified, but lab experience is essential. See lab support roles.

Q: What skills are needed for data and equipment handling?

Operate and maintain miniscope-based imaging systems, support behavioral experiments, monitor data quality, analyze data for publication, and coordinate with faculty and postdocs. Strong communication skills for team collaboration required.

Q: When is the application deadline and how to apply?

Applications close on April 19, 2026. Apply via MIT's career portal; tailor resume to highlight neuroscience lab experience and rodent handling. Review free resume templates and academic CV tips for success.

Technical Associate I, Wilson Lab

Posting Description

TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I, Picower Institute for Learning and Memory - Wilson Lab, will support in vivo calcium imaging experiments in mice. Primary responsibilities include animal handling and preparation; assistance with stereotaxic and survival surgeries; post-operative monitoring and care following complex surgical procedures; maintenance of the animal colony; and safe handling and disposal of biologically hazardous materials, including viral vectors and animal tissues. The Technical Associate 1 will also operate and maintain miniscope-based imaging systems, support behavioral experiments, monitor data quality, and ensure strict adherence to all CAC, biosafety, and institutional safety protocols. The role requires close coordination with faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and trainees to ensure experimental continuity and regulatory compliance. Will perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: A bachelor’s degree in neuroscience, or related field; a minimum of two years of related lab experience; superb oral and written communication skills; the ability to analyze data and present it in a format suitable for publication; and animal handling experience, preferably with rodents.

Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Technical Associate I position?

Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience or a related field, at least two years of related lab experience, animal handling experience (preferably with rodents), excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to analyze data for publication. Explore research jobs for similar roles.

🔬What are the primary responsibilities in the Wilson Lab?

Support in vivo calcium imaging in mice, including animal handling, stereotaxic surgeries, post-operative care, animal colony maintenance, handling biologically hazardous materials like viral vectors, operating miniscope imaging systems, behavioral experiments, data quality monitoring, and compliance with CAC and biosafety protocols. Check research assistant jobs for details.

🧪Is prior experience with rodents or surgeries required?

Animal handling experience, preferably with rodents, is required. Assistance with stereotaxic and survival surgeries and post-operative care is key. No advanced surgical independence specified, but lab experience is essential. See lab support roles.

📊What skills are needed for data and equipment handling?

Operate and maintain miniscope-based imaging systems, support behavioral experiments, monitor data quality, analyze data for publication, and coordinate with faculty and postdocs. Strong communication skills for team collaboration required.

📅When is the application deadline and how to apply?

Applications close on April 19, 2026. Apply via MIT's career portal; tailor resume to highlight neuroscience lab experience and rodent handling. Review free resume templates and academic CV tips for success.

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