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Animal Lab Technician, Department of Neuroscience - Georgetown University Medical Center

Employer: Georgetown University
Location: Washington D.C.

Administrative Jobs: Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

Animal Lab Technician, Department of Neuroscience - Georgetown University Medical Center

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Animal Lab Technician, Department of Neuroscience - Georgetown University Medical Center

The Animal Lab Technician provides technical assistance with experimental work in non-human primates on mechanisms of auditory perception and sensorimotor integration in non-human primates to identify precursor mechanisms of language and music. Duties include but are not limited to:

Runs behavioral, electrophysiology and fMRI experiments; sets up equipment, assists in procedures, conducting observations, handles and training experimental animals, and helps with data analysis.
Assists in the day-to-day running of the lab - for example, ordering supplies pre-emptively, working with vendors and preparing regulatory paperwork.
Assists with veterinary procedures on animals.

Qualifications

BA or MS in Cognitive Neuroscience, Physiology, Biophysics or a related field
Ability to handle and care for animals comfortably
Computer capabilities
Good manual dexterity/technical skills
Problem-solving ability
Proactive approach

Though training in specific tasks will be provided, experience with awake behaving primates, electrophysiology, studies of the auditory system, fMRI, and/or computer programming is preferred.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at https://benefits.georgetown.edu or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.

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