This lab focuses on performing mouse behavioral experiments for studying brain function in health and disease. This position offers the opportunity to learn and apply cutting edge systems and circuit-level neuroscience tools to study the neural basis of behavior in a mouse model. 

Duties include: Performing behavioral experiments in mice; keeping detailed written and organized records of experimental design, protocols, computer data analysis, and raw data; maintaining laboratory and experimental records; cleaning lab equipment. Duties may also include general lab cleaning and helping maintain mouse colony.

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Qualifications:
The applicant should have taken courses in neuroscience, biology, psychology, or a related discipline. The applicant must be highly self motivated and organized, with a strong interest in understanding neural circuits and the neural basis of behavior.

Time Commitment:
10-20 hours. Must be willing to commit to at least 10 hours per week.

Compensation: 
Pay

Start Date:
Immediate, Near future, Fall semester, Spring semester, Summer semester

Timeline:
Ongoing, potential to be a continuous position

Application Instructions:
Interested students should email Shane Heiney at shane-heiney@uiowa.edu with resume and cover letter, including a brief statement explaining why they are interested in the position and how it fits with their goals.