IMMEDIATE OPENING (June 2013) FOR FULL-TIME RESEARCH ASSISTANT - LAB ANIMAL TECHNICIAN

Institute for Systems Research, University of Maryland, College Park

DESCRIPTION: Will work with a team of researchers in a laboratory studying neurobiology of hearing - and coordinate day-to-day animal research, behavioral testing and animal care. Will oversee the care and health of animals. Other duties include placing orders for lab supplies, and managing lab. Will also coordinate and analyze behavior databases, participate in behavioral testing of animals, and in neuroanatomical studies and physiological research.  Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in Biology, Zoology, Psychology, Neuroscience or related fields, some previous research experience working with animals, general knowledge of animal care and husbandry, and an interest in auditory neuroscience and behavior.

Further details available by contacting Dr. Jonathan Fritz at 301-405-6596. To apply, please e-mail a brief letter of interest, and a resume including three references, to Dr. Jonathan Fritz ([log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>).