Associate in Research Position in Parkinson’s Disease Circuit Research.  The Tadross Lab is seeking a dedicated full-time Associate in Research for an exciting, multidisciplinary project investigating the circuit basis of Parkinson’s disease in a preclinical mouse model. Our work spans neuroscience and engineering, focusing on cutting-edge technologies like DART (Drug Acutely Restricted by Tethering; Shields et al., 2024 Nature Methods, 2017 Science) and DANNCE (3D deep-learning kinematic analysis platform; Dunn et al., 2021 Nature Methods), developed to understand motor disorders and neural connectivity with unprecedented precision. This role offers recent graduates an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and authorship in preparation for graduate or medical school.

Responsibilities:

• Animal Care and Behavioral Testing: Perform animal handling, husbandry, and behavioral testing; conduct animal procedures including transcardial perfusions and tissue preparation for histology, with opportunities to learn more advanced experimental techniques.
• Data Analysis and Project Participation: Record and analyze data, interpret experimental outcomes, and present findings at lab meetings.
• Collaborative Research: Work closely with the Principal Investigator and team members, with the opportunity to take on an independent project within our ongoing studies.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• Previous research experience with animals, a strong interest in neuroscience, and the ability to code in Matlab and/or Python.
• Excellent attention to detail, adaptability, and capacity for independent work.
• A minimum 2-year commitment is highly desirable for continuity and development.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and communication skills, with an ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing project needs.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving, time management, and multitasking.
• Flexibility to work after hours, weekends, and holidays as required.

Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact research and gain diverse technical training in a supportive lab environment. The position is ideal for recent graduates planning to apply to graduate or medical school who want experience in a pioneering lab setting. Interested candidates should send a cover letter describing their research interests and how they align with our lab, a CV (with GPA), and contact information for three references.