Neuroscience Lab Coordinator

Summary Description

The Neuroscience Lab Coordinator works closely with the neuroscience faculty in the Psychology Department, providing support for laboratory activities in the classroom and in faculty and student research projects.

The successful candidate should be interested in teaching and mentoring students in addition to working with laboratory equipment and chemicals.

This is a part-time position of 20 or fewer hours per week, with work times being somewhat flexible.

What We Offer :

As part of the total compensation for this role, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including :

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 22 days of vacation and 12 days of sick per year
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
• Retirement plan (403b) where CC contributes 10% with employee mandated contribution
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits including free access to the gym, swimming pool, wellness center, and financial consultants

Work location Hybrid : This position primarily operates on campus with the opportunity for intermittent remote work Pay Band 5 Anticipated Salary Range $22.

00 to $27.46 per hour Pay Information The pay range reflects base pay for positions in a given pay band across the college.

Individual rates are determined within the range by factors including one’s qualifications, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same band and department budget.

Please refer to Eligibility for Visa Sponsorship This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship Responsibilities :

• Manage Neuroscience wet laboratory spaces, to include maintaining and training students on the use of major laboratory equipment, order and maintain stock of supplies and chemicals, and keep spaces clean and safe.
• Prepare solutions, equipment, and supplies for Neuroscience laboratory exercises and research.
• Assist in the teaching of Neuroscience and Psychology laboratory exercises and the mentoring of students; holding office hours to answer student questions.
• Promote a culture of safety and environmental protection in the laboratory by working in a safe manner and participating in appropriate safety training, training students on safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals, and maintaining an updated inventory of chemicals and MSDS information.
• Assist the Psychology Paraprofessional and Colony Keeper in the care and use of vertebrate and invertebrate animals, conforming to all animal care and use-related federal and state regulations as put forth by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
• Perform and troubleshoot common animal-model laboratory techniques and protocols (e.g., behavioral testing, perfusions and brain extractions, histological techniques) during the school year and the summer to assist faculty and research students.
• Does this position require driving CC vehicles / being insurable under CC's insurance plan? No Required Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree in neuroscience, psychology, biology, chemistry, or related laboratory field plus research experience in these fields;
• demonstrated knowledge of basic wet laboratory and animal handling skills; excellent organizational and communication skills, a sense of responsibility;
• ability to manage time and work priorities; ability to work under minimal supervision, think critically and solve problems related to lab protocols and equipment;
• strong attention to detail and reliability, good judgment and willingness to learn; ability to work with a team effectively;

ability to understand complex regulations concerning chemicals, biological materials, and animal research safety; proficient with computer software programs such Microsoft Office.

Physical requirements include prolonged standing and sitting, frequent bending, reaching, and walking; occasionally moderate physical effort (lifting up to 50 pounds).

Exposure to chemicals, mechanical, electrical, biological, animals, and / or other hazards. Preferred Qualifications : Master’s degree in psychology, biology, neuroscience, chemistry, or a related field;

experience working and managing in a research laboratory environment; experience working with students; hardware and software experience relevant to neuroscience research, basic programming skills (e.g., in Matlab, Python, R).

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications.