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Job No: 540175
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration
Department: 29020100 - MD-NEUROSCIENCE-GENERAL
Job Description
Classification Title:
OPS Lab Tech
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor degree in STEM field and 2 years of hands-on experience working with laboratory mice in a neuroscience lab.
Job Description:
The Padilla-Coreano Lab in the Neuroscience Department at the University of Florida is seeking a research assistant interested in social and behavioral neuroscience. The position involves working with mice and learning advanced neural circuit techniques such as optogenetics and electrophysiology.
Duties Include:
$20.00-$25.00 per hour
Required Qualifications:
2 years of hands-on experience working with laboratory mice in a neuroscience lab.
Preferred:
Previous stereotaxic surgical experience in rodents
Previous experience with social behavioral assays in mice, such as the tube test
Previous experience with brain tissue sectioning, mounting, and imaging.
Experience with Python
Actively seeking to learn new neuroscience lab skills and become a competitive PhD student Excellent organizational skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Learn more about our lab here: Padilla-Coreano Lab (padillacoreanolab.com)
Special Instructions To Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
YES
Applications Close: 03 July 2026
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/540175
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration
Department: 29020100 - MD-NEUROSCIENCE-GENERAL
Job Description
Classification Title:
OPS Lab Tech
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor degree in STEM field and 2 years of hands-on experience working with laboratory mice in a neuroscience lab.
Job Description:
The Padilla-Coreano Lab in the Neuroscience Department at the University of Florida is seeking a research assistant interested in social and behavioral neuroscience. The position involves working with mice and learning advanced neural circuit techniques such as optogenetics and electrophysiology.
Duties Include:
- Perform behavioral experiments in mice
- Perform mouse surgical procedures, such as stereotaxic craniotomies and perfusions
- Assist with histological procedures
- Build custom made electrodes
- Setup and test behavioral equipment
- Help with lab setup and organization and support duties relating to lab operations
- Assist in behavioral and neural activity data collection and analysis
$20.00-$25.00 per hour
Required Qualifications:
2 years of hands-on experience working with laboratory mice in a neuroscience lab.
Preferred:
Previous stereotaxic surgical experience in rodents
Previous experience with social behavioral assays in mice, such as the tube test
Previous experience with brain tissue sectioning, mounting, and imaging.
Experience with Python
Actively seeking to learn new neuroscience lab skills and become a competitive PhD student Excellent organizational skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Learn more about our lab here: Padilla-Coreano Lab (padillacoreanolab.com)
Special Instructions To Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
YES
Applications Close: 03 July 2026
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/540175
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Salary : $20 - $25