We are are a close-knit team of people who help and support each other. We are looking for individuals who will be invested in the success of the lab. If you would like to join us, check out the jobs below ! For general job inquiries: gregcron@stanford.edu
Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford, California, USA
The Lee Lab at Stanford University is seeking an experienced Senior Research Scientist and Lab Manager to join our team. This role combines scientific responsibilities with operational management to ensure the success of our cutting-edge preclinical systems neuroscience research.
Role Overview
This dual-role position requires an experienced scientist with strong managerial abilities who can support research development while overseeing the day-to-day operations of our lab. The ideal candidate will contribute to our scientific mission while ensuring the lab runs efficiently, compliantly, and productively.
Key Responsibilities
Scientific Responsibilities
- Research Activities: Conduct data acquisition and analysis based on expertise, which may include electrophysiology recordings, functional ultrasound, functional MRI, or other neuroscience methodologies
- Manuscript Development: Support manuscript editing, submission, review process management, and post-publication activities
- Grant Management: Coordinate preparation and submission of grant applications, including budget preparation, letters of support, and other documentation
- Scientific Documentation: Oversee documentation of procedures, protocols, data, code, and collaborations
Lab Management
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to all university and regulatory requirements, including lab inspections, waste management, animal protocols, and training certifications
- Resource Management: Oversee equipment maintenance, ordering supplies, processing deliveries, and managing capital equipment
- Human Resources: Mentor lab members, assist with onboarding/offboarding, manage time-off requests, and coordinate lab events
- Data Archival: Maintain systems for proper archiving of research data and code
- Hiring Support: Participate in recruitment and selection of new lab members
Our Research Focus
Our lab investigates circuit mechanisms underlying neurological disorders including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, autism, and epilepsy. We employ cutting-edge methodologies including optogenetic fMRI, mechanogenetic functional ultrasound, and computational modeling of whole brain circuits.
Our Resources
- State-of-the-art large bore 7T animal MRI system
- Advanced functional ultrasound system
- Light sheet microscope
- In vivo optical imaging, electrophysiology, and photometry tools
- Dedicated behavioral lab facilities
- Collaborative team of research scientists
Requirements
- Education: Master’s degree in Neuroscience, Bioengineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field required; PhD preferred
- Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in academic research
- Skills:
- Strong scientific writing ability for grants and manuscripts
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent interpersonal and mentoring abilities
- Familiarity with neuroscience methodologies and equipment
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Wellness Resources
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
If interested, please email us your CV.
An amazing place to work
- Lee lab at Stanford University
- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford, California, USA
Exciting Projects
- From optogenetic fMRI to mechanogenetic functional ultrasound
- Study of circuit mechanisms underlying neurological disorders including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, autism, epilepsy, empathy circuits, and behavior
- Investigation of whole brain pathology, immune system, circuit function relations
- Computational modeling of whole brain circuits, machine learning
Amazing dedicated lab resources
- State-of-the-art large bore 7T animal MRI system
- State-of-the-art functional ultrasound system
- State-of-the-art light sheet microscope with parallel imaging capabilities
- In vivo optical imaging system – Inscopix microscope
- In vivo electrophysiology systems
- In vivo photometry tools
- Optogenetics tools
- Dedicated behavioral lab facilities
- And many more!
A supportive team
- Amazing full-time administrative associate
- Experts are here to help: Lab manager, Data scientist, MRI physicist, Wet lab assistant
- Friendly and helpful colleagues – research scientists, post-docs, graduate students
Requirements
- Doctorate degree in related scientific field
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Wellness Resources
If interested, please email us your CV.
An amazing place to work
- Lee lab at Stanford University
- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford, California, USA
Exciting Projects
- From optogenetic fMRI to mechanogenetic functional ultrasound
- Study of circuit mechanisms underlying neurological disorders including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, autism, epilepsy, empathy circuits, and behavior
- Investigation of whole brain pathology, immune system, circuit function relations
- Computational modeling of whole brain circuits, machine learning
Amazing dedicated lab resources
- State-of-the-art large bore 7T animal MRI system
- State-of-the-art functional ultrasound system
- State-of-the-art light sheet microscope with parallel imaging capabilities
- In vivo optical imaging system – Inscopix microscope
- In vivo electrophysiology systems
- In vivo photometry tools
- Optogenetics tools
- Dedicated behavioral lab facilities
- And many more!
A supportive team
- Amazing full-time administrative associate
- Experts are here to help: Lab manager, Data scientist, MRI physicist, Wet lab assistant
- Friendly and helpful colleagues – research scientists, post-docs, graduate students
Requirements
- Doctorate degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Wellness Resources
If interested, please email us your CV.
Does the brain fascinate you? Do you want to fight Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Epilepsy? Are you a team player with precise hands-on lab skills? The Jin Hyung Lee Lab at Stanford University is seeking a talented individual to support rodent neuroscience research projects using cutting edge laboratory techniques. Some of your main duties will include:
- Assisting with mouse MRI imaging
- Optogenetic virus injections
- Mouse brain histology
- Mouse colony management and genotyping
- Data analysis (e.g. electrophysiology spike sorting)
Requirements
Desired qualifications:
- Ability to perform precision hands-on lab work with minimum error
- Good skills in brain histology
- Prior rodent research lab experience
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in related scientific field
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- General understanding of scientific principles. Demonstrated performance to use knowledge and skills when needed.
- Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge of science principals to problem solve work.
- Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
- General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
- Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
- Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.