Classification Title:

Biological Scientist I

Job Description:

• Conduct behavioral/cognitive testing procedures in rats that involve non-invasive neuromodulation and optogenetic stimulation. Conduct appropriate analyses, troubleshoot problems and recommend solutions. Maintenance of behavioral test equipment.
• Oversight of activities performed by students and technical staff who will assist with in vivo experiments.
• Conduct biochemical and molecular experiments.
• Computer programming in order to adjust task parameters and conduct data analysis.
• Coordinate and analyze data and provide progress reports at weekly meetings.
• Perform biochemical and immunohistological studies.
• Tissue clearing and light sheet microscopy
• Perform multimodal high field MRI imaging.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with experience up to 19.50/hr.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related life science field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced experience in conducting animal behavioral testing and leading projects within a laboratory.

Evidence of proficiency in operant behavioral testing, optogenetics, multimodal MRI, tissue clearing, light sheet microscopy, immunohistochemistry, and biochemistry strongly preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This is a time limited position.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Health Assessment Required:
Yes

Advertised: 17 May 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 May 2024 Eastern Daylight Time