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Research Technician II or III - Shadlen Lab

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)
United States, New York, New York
100 Haven Avenue (Show on map)
Mar 05, 2025
Primary Work Address: 100 Haven Avenue, New York, NY, 10032 Current HHMI Employees, click here to apply via your Workday account. The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) advances the discovery and sharing of scientific knowledge to benefit us all. As a biomedical research organization and philanthropy, HHMI supports a vibrant community of academic researchers, educators, students, and professionals. Together, we're unlocking the fundamentals of biology and building an open, inclusive future for science. The laboratory of Dr. Michael Shadlen in the Department of Neuroscience at Columbia University has an open position for a highly motivated Research Technician II or III to gain proficiency in a dynamic, collaborative research environment, assisting in investigating the neural mechanisms underlying decision-making in mouse models. More information about the Shadlen lab can be found by visiting https://shadlenlab.zi.columbia.edu/ About the Research Technician role: You will hold an integral role within the lab and be deeply involved in research work with the Shadlen lab's mouse group. The ideal candidate is someone who works well in a constantly evolving environment, exhibits strong communication skills, can multitask, and has a desire to be a part of a robust scientific community. This role is best fit for someone who is proactive in their work style, passionate about the research that the lab is conducting, and willing to commit to stay with the lab team for 2 years or more. The chosen candidate would start in this position in May-June 2025. What we provide: A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and wellness benefits. Joining the vibrant Columbia research community. Full access to HHMI's on-demand training courses and interactive skill-building seminars, led by members of our learning and organization development team. Enhancing your knowledge and research skills within the realm of neuroscience. What you'll do: Under the direction of the PI and the Postdoctoral Research Scientist, perform tasks that utilize mouse model systems. Performs behavioral training of mice. Manage mouse colony room: setup breeding cages, weaning pups, and toe cut for genotyping. Assist in conducting daily lab routines such as IACUC protocol maintenance, lab supplies, and safety compliance. Perform experiments that can involve anatomical viral tracing and brain histology. Under the direction of the PI and the Postdoctoral Research Scientist, assist in performing survival and non-survival surgeries, including surgical preparation. Performs other laboratory setup duties as assigned by the PI. The Research Technician will have the opportunity to learn the measurement of neural activity using 2-photon calcium imaging and/or electrophysiology, and the perturbation of activity in targeted neural circuit elements during task performance. What you bring: A bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biology, or other related area of science or engineering is required. Willingness and ability to work with rodents on a daily basis is required. Willingness and ability to learn specific techniques for performing tasks is required. Strong organizational and communication skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and a collaborative style that fosters teamwork and cooperation as well as the ability to work independently within a dynamic team environment is required. Prior experience in rodent wet labs, rodent handling, and rodent surgery is strongly preferred. Prior experience performing tissue histology and antibody staining would be a plus. Compensation Range: Research Technician II - $47,840 (minimum) - $59.800 (midpoint) - $77,740 (maximum) Research Technician III - $56,695 (minimum) - $70,900 (midpoint) - $92,115 (maximum) A candidate at the level of Research Technician II will have a minimum of a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of relevant research experience in a laboratory environment. A candidate at the level of Research Technician III will have a minimum of a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant research experience in a laboratory environment. Pay Type: Annual HHMI's salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data. HHMI considers a candidate's education, previous experiences, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal consistency when making job offers. Typically, a new hire for this position in this location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range. Compensation and Benefits Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more. Physical Requirements Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). Work may involve possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids and presence of carcinogenic substances or other hazardous materials. Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis. Please Note: This job description sets forth the job's principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word "may," the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are "essential functions" of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. #LI-NG1 Compensation and Benefits Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more. HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer