Research Technologist I, BME NEMo Lab

About the Role

The Neural Engineering and Modulation (NEMo) Laboratory (https://www.mcw.edu/departments/joint-department-of-biomedical-engineering/nemo-lab) in the Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering at the Medical College of Wisconsin and Marquette University is seeking a highly motivated Research Technologist I to support research investigating novel neural interface technologies and optogenetic approaches for restoring motor function following neurological injury and disease. Research projects integrate animal models, microsurgery, electrophysiology, behavioral assessment, histology, advanced microscopy, and molecular biology techniques.

Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Technologist will assist with all aspects of laboratory research, including animal experimentation, data collection and analysis, tissue processing, laboratory organization, and general research operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory experiments and assist with experimental procedures.
• Assist with animal research procedures, including surgical procedures, experimental monitoring, post-operative care, and behavioral assessments.
• Conduct electrophysiological and physiological recordings, neural stimulation experiments, and related data collection.
• Perform histological and wet laboratory procedures, including tissue preparation, staining, microscopy, and imaging.
• Operate, calibrate, and perform routine maintenance of specialized laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and assist with the organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of research data.
• Participate in laboratory meetings and collaborate with faculty, research staff, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers.
• Assist with laboratory organization, inventory management, ordering of supplies, and general laboratory operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• A background in biological sciences, neuroscience, biomedical engineering, physiology, or related disciplines is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new experimental techniques and work independently after training.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain detailed experimental records and manage research data.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary laboratory environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and basic scientific data analysis software is desirable.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Biology, Physiology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.

Minimum Required Experience: No experience required.

Preferred Experience

• Prior laboratory research experience.
• Experience working with rodents or other laboratory animals.
• Experience with electrophysiology, microscopy, histology, or molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, ImageJ/FIJI, or other scientific analysis software is beneficial.
• Interest in neural engineering, neurotechnology, neuroscience, rehabilitation, or biomedical research.

Prior experience with any of the above is beneficial to the position, but highly motivated applicants without these are also encouraged to apply.