Position Description
The Javadzadeh Lab at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking highly motivated candidates for a research technician position starting May 2025.
Successful candidates will be working at the intersection of systems and computational neuroscience. We record, analyze, and model neural population activity in the visual cortex of mice, to understand the mechanisms underlying sensory perception.
Candidates will be trained in advanced experimental neuroscience techniques, including in vivo recordings and neural activity manipulation, using high-density silicon probes and optogenetic tools. They will have opportunities to contribute meaningfully to scientific publications.
Position Requirements
Applicants are expected to have a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field. Quantitative background and scientific programming skills (Python or MATLAB) are desirable. Previous neuroscience experience is preferred.
This position is ideal for individuals planning to apply to PhD or MD programs within the next two years who are looking to gain significant scientific research experience.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply: Please submit an online application here: Research Technician- Javadzadeh Lab Position 1580. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Environment
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds.
Compensation and Benefits Our employees are compensated 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 CSHL Benefits sites to learn more. The salary range for this role is $45,000.00-49,500. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).
CSHL is an EO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
