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Position Summary:

A position is available to work on fundamental questions in cellular neuroscience using the Drosophila genetic model system. The Research Assistant will assist in the investigation of mechanisms involved in neurotransmission and synaptic plasticity. Our laboratory is well equipped and highly interactive, and the successful applicant will be expected to help maintain laboratory operations. The candidate will also have the opportunity to learn cutting-edge imaging techniques. Independent thinking and problem solving skills are valued.

Preliminary email enquiries to Dr. Greg Macleod are welcome: macleodg@fau.edu

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Husbandry of fly stocks.
• Preparation of nerve and muscle tissue through micro-dissection procedures and the selective application of fluorescent chemical compounds.
• Application of high speed fluorescence imaging techniques to live nerve terminals in situ.
• Analysis of imaging data. Interpretation, communication and discussion of experimental findings. Reference to published data.
• Perform other related duties and complete special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in either the life sciences with a minor in physics and/or mathematics, or a degree in mathematics, physics or engineering with classes completed in life sciences. Additionally, previous experience in a laboratory setting, e.g., exposure to experimentation in biological systems. A proficiency in personal computer use is expected.

Salary:

$18.00 per hour

College or Department:

Division of Research

Location:

John D. MacArthur Campus - Jupiter

Work Days and Hours:

Monday- Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. or 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Application Deadline:

2022-05-31-07:00

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711

Preference in appointment will be given to eligible veterans, spouses of eligible veterans, and certain family members of eligible veterans, in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 295.07. Please submit your DD214 (Member 4 preferred) showing your dates and character of service with your application as an attachment or fax to 561-297-3915 or scan and email to jobs@fau.edu, prior to the closing date of the position. If faxing your DD214, please also send an email to jobs@fau.edu to notify us that the form was faxed, make sure the email includes your name and the REQ# of the job that was applied to.

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Successful completion of a background check, which may include a motor vehicle check, credit check, fingerprinting or additional screening, is required for the selected candidate prior to the start date.

A resume is required for this position. Make sure to attach any required documents in the Attachments section of the application. Any missing required documents will result in disqualification.

This position is funded with recurring grant funds with an expiration date on January 31, 2023. Renewal of funding is anticipated; however, not guaranteed.