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Mouse survival surgeries and postmortem analyses.
Plan and conduct advanced research projects primarily involving injections of viruses (AAVs) or toxins into different brain regions of mice using stereotaxic surgical methods. After incubation period, isolate brains for postmortem analyses, including brain perfusions, vibratome sectioning and antibody labeling or dissecting brain areas for monoamine level measurements by HPLC.
Histology and Imaging
Tissue sectioning, antibody labeling, microscopy for capturing images of antibody labeled sections. and analyze data and assemble results for scientific publications, grants, and conference presentations; assist in preparing data for scientific manuscripts, abstracts, grants, and other documents; manage accurate and complete laboratory research records.
Behavioral analyses
Perform research experiments investigating the effects of various transgenes injected through AAVs on behavior of mice. Behaviors include open field, novel object recognition and operant conditioning.
Research Project Coordination
Coordinates special studies or projects as directed, responsible for coordinating activities of ongoing animal research projects. Responsible for the complete understanding and compliance with all required laboratory regulations such as ACS, EH&S, IACUC, UF, State and Federal guidelines Maintains accurate records and legal documentation required by institutional policies such as biological, chemical, and radiation safety policies. Manage ordering processes to ensure efficient and cost-effective use of grant funding; maintain lab supply inventory to ensure supplies are available for scheduled research projects; researches and evaluates new products, compares and negotiates vendor prices.
Other duties as assigned.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
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.
This is a time limited position.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8 am. – 5 pm. Work after hours, on weekends, and holidays may be required as determined by experimental protocols.
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