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Title: Biologist - II
Location: Boston, MA
Duration: 12 months
Job Overview
The Research Associate will support preclinical in vivo neuroscience studies, quantitative image analysis, microscopy-based research, and tissue analysis. The role involves executing animal studies, collecting, and processing biological samples, analyzing imaging data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance research programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform image acquisition and quantitative image analysis using microscopy and imaging software.
- Conduct mouse handling, necropsy, blood collection, and tissue collection.
- Support the execution of in vivo animal studies.
- Maintain laboratory organization and manage biological samples.
- Analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical methods.
- Present research findings during small-group scientific meetings.
- Perform tissue processing and support histological analyses.
- Collaborate with research teams to support ongoing preclinical studies.
Education & Experience
- BS/BA in a relevant Life Sciences discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in industry or academia.
Required Skills
Imaging & Microscopy
- Quantitative Image Analysis
- ImageJ
- Indica Labs HALO
- HALO AI
- Python (for image analysis)
- Image Acquisition
- Microscopy
In Vivo Research
- Mouse Handling
- Necropsy
- Blood Collection
- Tissue Collection
- In Vivo Study Execution
- Sample Management
Neuroscience
- Mouse Neuroanatomy
- Human Neuroanatomy
Data Analysis
- Statistical Data Analysis
- Scientific Data Presentation
Preferred Skills
Histology
- Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
- In Situ Hybridization (ISH)
- Ventana Automated Immunostainers
Neuroscience & Disease Biology
- Alzheimer's Disease Research
- Amyloid Plaques
- Tauopathy
- Gliosis
- Neuroimmune Function
Surgical & Tissue Techniques
- Whole-Body Perfusion
- Brain Microdissection