About This Role:

This position is a research technologist working for the Behavioral Neuroscience Core facility in the COBRE-funded CNAP Center at Kansas State University. The research technologist will primarily help to install equipment (electrophysiology, optogenetics) and train users on use of this and other equipment (ex: cryostat, fluorescence microscope). The activities center on the successful functioning of the core.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires an associate degree and two or more years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA or BS in Psychology of a related discipline (e.g., Biology, Neuroscience)
• Experience working in a laboratory setting
• Experience with animal learning behavioral procedures
• Stereotaxic surgical experience
• Histology, immunohistochemistry, and/or immunofluorescence assays
• Experience with microscopy and imaging software (e.g., ImageJ or photoshop)
• Basic programming experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, and Excel
• Experience in working as a member and/or leader of a team
• Good communication skills

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Current Curriculum Vita
3. Contact information for three professional references

Review of Applications Begins:

Immediately and will continue until the position is filled.