Research Technician – Tissue Recovery

• Associate’s degree in Neuroscience, Biological sciences, Psychology or a related field is required. Bachelor’s is preferred.

*Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.

Special

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Significant experience or interest in the medical field or equivalent education
• Comfortable working with and collecting postmortem specimens
• Ability to work tactfully with varying personalities
• Able to maintain accurate electronic records
• Ability to manage time effectively

Physical Requirements

· Remaining in a seated or standing position for extended periods of time; · Reaching and grasping to manipulate objects with fingers; · Mobility, including the ability to maneuver around a laboratory setting including the ability to move materials weighing up to 50 pounds and stored at varying heights; · Communication skills using the spoken and written word; · Having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication; · All other physical demands in a standard laboratory environment.

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• If accommodations are needed due to pregnancy or a disability, please contact jobs@libd.org

Compensation Candidates are hired within the starting salary range for the position which is the lower portion of the overall range. The starting salary range for this position is $37k - $41k with opportunities for employee growth over time. Placement in the starting range is based on job-related skills and experience, as evaluated throughout the interview process.

Benefits

The Lieber Institute for Brain Development offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package to help us attract and retain the best talent. Please visit https://www.libd.org/careers/benefits/ for more information.

EEOC Statement

At the Lieber Institute, we are committed to a work environment of mutual respect where employment decisions are based on merit. As an equal opportunity employer, the Lieber Institute does not discriminate in employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by state or federal law or local ordinance, with regard to any position or employment for which the applicant or employee is qualified.

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