Technician

About the role

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).

The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.

We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.

Primary Location: CUNY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Bargaining Unit: No

A position is available for a full-time research technician in a neuroscience laboratory in the CUNY School of Medicine. The laboratory is located in a state-of-the-art research facility. Our research examines ways to improve function after a spinal cord injury using pre-clinical rodent models. We use brain and spinal cord stimulation to promote neuronal activity-dependent plasticity and tissue regenerative processes.

Our experiments incorporate microscopy; neural stimulation; recording of brain, spinal cord, and muscle electrical activity; behavioral training; computer simulations; and several AI-based analytical approaches.

Key skills for successful applicant include

• Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and students.
• Knowledge of basic computing, including the ability to work with Microsoft Excel and a willingness to learn to use new programs.
• Willing to be trained to perform laboratory tasks in a safe and timely fashion.
• Excellent organizational skills and be able to keep accurate record and notes.

There are 4 principal duties for this position

• Participate in rodent experiments. The position requires: assisting scientists during animal surgeries, helping with pre- and post-surgical care; and maintaining general animal care and surgical records.
• Assist in training animals to perform motor tasks (e.g., reaching and locomotion).
• Data analyses include: quantitative microscopy, analysis of brain, spinal cord, and muscle electrical signals; biochemical and genetic analyses (Western blotting, qPCR); AI-based approaches
• Aspects of lab management, including checking inventory of supplies. Other duties as assigned.

Core competencies/qualifications

Education: BS/BA; in Neuroscience, Engineering, Biology or a related field

Training and experience

• Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word is essential
• Experience with general computer use and networking is helpful

Pay Range

Minimum - Maximum: $50,000-$55,000