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Research Technician

  • 493311
  • Oklahoma City
  • Technology/Research
  • College of Medicine
  • S06
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Pay Range: Targeted salary up to $38,000, depending on education and experience.

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

The laboratory of Dr. Paterno is seeking a Staff Research Assistant to join our dynamic neuroscience research team within the Department of Neurosurgery. The Paterno Lab investigates the neural circuits underlying learning, memory, and other behaviors, with a particular focus on hippocampal function. The successful candidate will employ behavioral techniques in rodent models to study cognitive processes relevant to neurodevelopmental and neurological disorders. In addition, the candidate will perform a variety of fundamental neuroscience procedures and laboratory techniques essential to neurobiology research. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research while gaining hands-on experience in behavioral neuroscience and neural circuit analysis.

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Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, or other health related field. 
  • No experience required.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months equivalent experience in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree.

Required Certifications and Licenses:

None.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Norman Campus: If you are selected as a finalist for a position that supports the Norman Campus, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

 

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