Stanford

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a Life Science Technician 1 for a 1 year fixed term to participate in projects to understand the neural circuitry involved in bipolar disorder. The lab focuses on studying synaptic excitability and plasticity using mouse models, primarily making electrophysiological recordings and using optogenetic stimulation in brain slices.

The minimum requirements for a Life Science Technician I level are generally associated with approximately one year’s employment experience in laboratory work or equivalent training (e.g.: 1-2 years of college science). Work requires the ability to follow detailed instructions and keep accurate records. The Life Science Technician will be working closely with Principal Investigator, Dr. Julie Kauer in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.

Characteristic Duties:

• Histological procedures involving perfusions, fixation of tissue and staining specimens with stains that do not require microscopic control in proceeding from step to step

Biochemical assays (e.g., ELISA) where the protocol is well established

• Operation of instruments (e.g., spectrophotometer, light microscope, cell counter) and software where the settings are simple or prescribed; techniques such as simple centrifugation.
• Maintenance of a mouse colony, including weaning/splitting, breeding and genotyping; frequent checks on mouse health and colony status. Maintaining detailed mouse colony records in a software program, for which the procedures are well established (SoftMouse).
• Design simple experiments based on the experimental design process and adapt standard protocols
• General lab maintenance, including ordering, organization and restocking lab supplies
• Complete and accurate documentation of the work performed.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

One year’s employment experience in laboratory work or a combination of equivalent education and relevant work experience/training (e.g., 1-2 years of college science).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Work requires the ability to follow detailed instructions and keep accurate records.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand.
• Ability to stand and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
• Occasionally lift and handle materials up to 10 pounds
• Rarely carry/pull and/or push up to 20 pounds
• Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
• Position may require repetitive motion.
• - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work occurs in a research laboratory environment. Depending on research, may work in the vicinity of animals, chemicals, gasses, or hazardous materials. Expected to follow all safety requirements and procedures including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) if required.

Onsite: This position is based on the Stanford main campus.

The expected pay range for this position is $32.05 (Step 1) to $38.64 (Step 10) per hour. Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position

• - Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 5638
• Employee Status: Fixed-Term
• Grade: A18
• Requisition ID: 106529
• Work Arrangement : On Site