The Drew Lab at the University of Texas at Austin seeks a Research Scientist to support cutting-edge research in neuroscience by overseeing laboratory operations, facilitating research projects, and managing personnel. The role is crucial for grant proposal preparation, training, and administrative compliance, aiming to elucidate the biological substrates of learning and memory.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in neuroscience or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in research project management, including compliance administration, purchasing, or similar duties.
- Strong record of independent scholarly research, preferably with experience in manuscript or grant preparation.
- Prior experience in laboratory management, including supervising junior staff or students.
- Experience with rodent behavioral neuroscience research or a similar field.
- Familiarity with biosafety, IACUC, or related regulatory compliance.
- Strong quantitative skills and experience with statistics or data visualization.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily laboratory operations, including purchasing, protocol implementation, and safety compliance (IACUC, biosafety).
- Oversee the maintenance of laboratory records and ensure data integrity and compliance with institutional policies.
- Develop, lead, and execute independent and collaborative neuroscience research projects; contribute technical and intellectual expertise to the team.
- Assist with preparation and editing of grant proposals and research manuscripts.
- Present research at meetings and conferences.
- Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate student researchers; foster a collaborative and supportive research environment.
- Engage with lab personnel to train, review, and support ongoing research and development activities.
Other
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- May work around chemical fumes.
- May work around standard office conditions.
- May work around biohazards.
- May work around chemicals.
