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Department Princeton Neuroscience Inst Category Research and Laboratory Job Type Full-Time Overview A full-time research specialist position is available in the Neuroscience of Cognitive Control Laboratory led by Jonathan Cohen at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Psychology at Princeton University. Research in the lab focuses on the cognitive, computational and neural bases of cognitive control, using a combination of behavioral, neuroimaging, and AI modeling methods. The position provides an excellent opportunity to further develop research skills in computational modeling, cognitive psychology and human neuroscience. The successful applicant will be an energetic learner with strong programming abilities and an interest in the lab's research. For more information about the lab and its research interests, please see the website at https://ncclab.princeton.edu. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal contingent upon...

Department Princeton Neuroscience Inst Category Research and Laboratory Job Type Full-Time Overview Princeton University's Neuroscience Institute seeks applicants for a Research Assistant position in a premiere research laboratory whose work focuses on neural circuits for social communication and sensorimotor integration using the fruit fly Drosophila as a model system (see murthylab.princeton.edu ). Research in the lab employs state-of-the-art neuroscience approaches, including quantitative behavior analyses, computational modeling, neural recordings, connectomics, molecular biology, and genetic tools. We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working individual who has a willingness to learn and acquire new skills (and a demonstrated track record in learning new techniques). The RA will work with lab members on conducting behavioral and neural imaging experiments, and on analyzing experimental data. Prior experience with Drosophila and/or neuroscience is strongly...

Department Ecology & Evolutionary Biology Category Research and Laboratory Job Type Full-Time Overview The Carter Lab is seeking a highly motivated individual to join an ongoing project on studying the social behavior of vampire bats. The successful candidate will play a central role on our team in documenting, analyzing, and experimentally testing social interactions among bats in a laboratory setting. Responsibilities will include recording vampire bats, scoring animal behavior, operating recording equipment, and handling animals under supervision. Candidates must be willing to work late evenings and early mornings to monitor bat activity as necessary. This position is ideal for someone interested in animal social behavior, and who is comfortable working with bats and biological materials. The role will be full-time for two years with potential for extension. Responsibilities Behavioral Recording & Analysis (50%) • Record and analyze videos of vampire...

Department Integrative Genomics Category Research and Laboratory Job Type Full-Time Overview The Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics seeks applicants for a Research Specialist position to perform cutting-edge research across laboratories at the Institute (Professors Claire Bedbrook and Ravi Nath ). We seek a highly motivated individual to contribute to investigating and reshaping the process of aging in order to promote longevity and improve health late in life. The Research Specialist will work under guidance from the Principal Investigators. The Research Specialist will perform basic functions and activities in defined research projects and independently conduct and analyze experiments relevant to aging and longevity. The position requires diverse experimental approaches including genomics (preparation of DNA/RNA and sequencing), complex molecular biology (e.g., cloning, immunostaining, qPCR, western blots), microscopy, surgical dissections and...

Department Ecology & Evolutionary Biology Category Research and Laboratory Job Type Full-Time Overview The McBride Lab at Princeton University, which conducts research at the interface of evolution, genetics, and neuroscience, is looking for a Research Specialist to support research on the molecular, neural, and evolutionary basis of mosquito behavior. The Research Specialist will devote ~70% of time to specific research projects and the remaining ~30% time to general lab maintenance and support. The RSP will attend journal clubs and lab meetings and contribute to a dynamic and interactive lab atmosphere. Research project activities may include: • Mosquito breeding and behavioral experiments • Generation of transgenic strains using CRISPR/Cas9 • Molecular biology studies including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, cloning • Preparation of high-throughput sequencing libraries Responsibilities General lab maintenance and support, including: • Maintaining insectary...

Department Integrative Genomics Category Research and Laboratory Job Type Full-Time Overview The Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics seeks applicants for a Research Specialist I or Research Specialist II position to perform cutting-edge research across laboratories at the Institute (Professors Claire Bedbrook and Ravi Nath ). We seek a highly motivated and well-organized individual to contribute to understanding the process of aging and discovering ways to promote longevity and resilience to age-related disease. The Research Specialist will work under direct guidance of the Principal Investigators. The Research Specialist will perform basic functions and activities in defined research projects and independently conduct and analyze experiments relevant to aging and neurodegenerative diseases. The position requires diverse experimental approaches including the generation of genetically modified vertebrate animals (e.g., CRISPR editing; design, embryo...

Department Integrative Genomics Category Research and Laboratory Job Type Full-Time Overview The Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics seeks applicants for a Research Specialist I position to manage the Nothobranchius furzeri (African turquoise killifish) colony across research laboratories at the Institute (Professors Claire Bedbrook and Ravi Nath ). This position requires independence and strong organizational skills, as it will entail managing time and resources to successfully maintain the African killifish colony, a critical resource for research focused on vertebrate aging. This position will be essential to support cutting-edge research in these labs, which involves a wide array of tools ranging from molecular biology and genetics to genomics and state-of-the-art microscopy. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience. Salary will include the full benefits package. This is a full-time position. This will be a one-year term...