Department BSD NRB- Pinto lab About the Department Our research is uncovering fundamental principles of the nervous system, how brain circuits give rise to behavior and thought, how the nervous system develops across the lifetime, and how brain function is disrupted by neurological disease and mental illness.
Job Summary
This position performs routine assignments that facilitate and promote a research project or contributes to the scientific direction of a research resource. Receives instruction, guidance, and direction from others.
Responsibilities
Performs experiments and collects and analyzes data. Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-authors/authors scientific research manuscripts. Collaborates on development of new research projects with academic and community-based organizations. May present work at scientific meetings. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum
Qualifications
Education
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field. Work
Experience
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: ---
Preferred Qualifications
Experience
At least one peer-reviewed publication in a related field. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Proficient with two-photon microscopy, mouse behavior and machine learning for data analysis and modeling. Preferred Competencies Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Maintain calm and courteous demeanor and work productively despite heavy workload, competing priorities, complex problems, and tight deadlines. Excellent problem-solving skills. Use appropriate resources to resolve an issue. Considerable skill in working both independently and as a team member.
Working Conditions
Research lab setting. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions. When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My
Experience
page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt
Pay Range
$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits
Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the
Benefits
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