Research Technician I - In Vivo Systems Neuroscientists
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7318113 (Ref:23543-en_US)
Posted: October 10, 2025
Job Description
Summary
The Reimer Lab studies sensory processing across different brain states and the mechanisms that control the gating and routing of information in the brain. The lab is seeking a talented technician to aid in behavioral training experiments with mice, carry out multi- photon in vivo imaging experiments, and possibly perform cranial window surgeries. Experience with mouse handling/surgeries or microscopy is desired, but we are willing to train the right person. Other desirable skills include viral injections, basic programming skills, or electrophysiology is a plus.
Job Duties
- Trains mice to respond in a behavioral paradigm, under the supervision of the PI.
- Collects large scale neural recordings using multiphoton fluorescence imaging as well as behavioral recordings.
- Documents the research activites for publication and grant reporting.
- Prepares animals for recording, that may include cranial window surgery and/or viral vector injections into mouse cortex.
- Helps set up and maintain behavioral apparatus and data acquisition equipment.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Two years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
- One year of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with mouse handling/surgeries or microscopy is desired, but we are willing to train the right person.
- Experience with other desirable skills include viral injections, basic programming skills, or electrophysiology is a plus.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
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