Grinnell College Neuroscience

08/14/2024

Grinnell Neuroscience is hiring! We have a tenure-track opening and are looking for someone whose work makes connections between neuroscience and questions in the humanities and/or social studies. Applications due Oct. 14.

07/15/2022

Black in Neuro Week 2022 is July 25-31! Registration (free) is open now:

Black In Neuro Week 2022 Black In Neuro Roll Call 〰️ Neuro Across The Diaspora 〰️ NeuroRacism 〰️ Black Journey To Neuro 〰️ Black In Neuro Careers 〰️ BINtersections 〰️ Black Joy In Neuro 〰️ Black In Neuro Roll Call 〰️ Neuro Across The Diaspora 〰️ NeuroRacism 〰️...

12/17/2021

Job opportunity for very recent/soon-to-be grads or those slightly more experienced in the Redish Lab at the University of Minnesota:

One of my long-time techs is leaving for greener pastures and I'm looking to hire a new technician to help us with lab procedures (probe building, drive development, surgery, histology, etc.). There would be a lot of opportunities to interact with lots of great science and to develop their own skill sets. (I'm happy to train people.)

Here's the basic description:
70% - Research: Support for our behavioral neurophysiology work, including histology, surgery, construction of microdrives for tetrodes and silicon probes, mazes for behavior, optical probes for optogenetics.
20% - Research Design: There will also be opportunities for creative insight in the improvement of these methods and technologies. A key goal will be participation in discussions relating to research, assistance with experimental design and construction. Consult academic literature or experiment to incorporate new procedures, technologies, or projects. Streamline and improve current protocols where possible.
10% - Lab Maintenance: Coordinate with the other technicians to ensure lab compliance with regulatory protocols (animal care, biosafety, etc). Be available to solve time-sensitive, unexpected problems. Train students and volunteers in laboratory procedures. Maintain lab organization, supply inventories, intra-lab scheduling, and ensure that standard-operating-procedures are updated. Update training as necessary and maintain records (surgery, controlled substance, purchasing) to comply with regulations.

The lab (and the University of Minnesota) recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. We are committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. We provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Links to job descriptions/application site in comments.

https://redishlab.umn.edu/

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Redish Lab at the University of Minnesota We are hiring new personnel. Looking for a new technician to help us read rat's minds and listen to their dreams! We are hiring at either the Researcher-1 (Bachelor's or equivalent experience) or Researcher-2 (Bachelor's plus neurophysiology experience) leve...

10/05/2021

🎶 You're hot, then you're cold...

The Nobel Committee recognized key discoveries in sensory neuroscience, awarding the prize in Physiology/Medicine to Ardem Patapounian and David Julies for identification of receptors that allow us to feel heat (TRPV1, which detects both the temperature and the spicy kind 🔥), cold (TRPM1, which also responds to menthol), and pressure on your skin (Piezo). So cool! ❄️ 🤓

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2021 was awarded jointly to David Julius and Ardem Patapoutian "for their discoveries of receptors for temperature and touch".

09/16/2021

Job opportunity! If you're interested in food reward, the gut-brain axis, and neuroimaging, Dr. Dana Small's lab at Yale is looking for a Research Assistant:

Job Details: A job opportunity at Yale University

05/28/2021

Congratulations to the entire Grinnell College Class of 2021, and an especially big shout out to our new 🧠 Neuroscience 🧠 alumni! Way to go Natasha, Kaia, Breana, Rebecca, Steph, Jill, Fit, Vijeeth, Tyria, Hye Sun, Ming, Abbey, Mitch, Marley, Abby, Allison, Elisha, Mai, & Claire! 🎉🎓 🎉🎓🎉🎓🎉🎓

09/24/2020

Save the date (Nov. 5-7) for the Society for Neuroscience Virutal Graduate School Fair and Virtual Career Fair! These events will both be free to attend and do not require an SfN membership. More info here:

From Nov. 5-7, 2020, the Society for Neuroscience will host a joint Virtual Graduate School and Career Fair. This event will provide a valuable opportunity for students and graduate programs, as well as job seekers and employers, to connect.

09/14/2020

Science training is about more than science! Don't underestimate all the amazing skills you bring to the table.

Since I was a child, I’ve had two passions: science and storytelling. For the vast majority of my career, I’ve pursued the former. I majored in neuroscience at Smith College and went on to earn my doctorate at Northwestern University. I recently completed my postdoctoral training at C...

08/17/2020

A lab tech position at Georgia State University:

A full-time laboratory technician position is available in the laboratory of Marise Parent in the Neuroscience Institute at Georgia State University (sites.gsu.edu/parentlab). This is an NIH grant-funded position for 12 months with the possibility of renewal pending additional funding and satisfactory performance. We are looking for a highly motivated and proactive individual to conduct and troubleshoot laboratory experiments investigating the brain mechanisms that control eating behavior in rodents and how these neural controls are impacted by obesity and other pathological conditions. The laboratory technician will be responsible for laboratory maintenance and safety and supporting the general laboratory needs of postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and undergraduate students. The position requires a master’s degree in neuroscience or related field, at least 2 years of prior laboratory research experience in neuroscience, rodent behavior, or cell/molecular biology, excellent interpersonal, trouble-shooting, organizational, and communication skills and previous experience collaborating with other scientists. Preference will be given to individuals with previous experience with stereotaxic surgery and/or neural manipulations in conscious, freely moving rodents. Starting salary range $47,476 - $55,000.

To apply: go to GSU Human Resources website

For inquiries: contact Marise Parent [email protected]

08/17/2020

Hey, recent grads! Post-bacc research/job opportunity in the Gantz lab at the University of Iowa:

04/25/2020

If you're applying for, or thinking about applying for, lab tech positions in neuroscience labs, check out this online presentation/workshop! Tuesday, April 28, 4-5 pm CDT More info and registration here: http://tiny.cc/LabTechTips