We are seeking a Research Specialist  who will work in a laboratory which focuses on the biology of vagal sensory neurons in health and disease. The Research Specialist will utilize a solid foundation in basic laboratory techniques to maintain all animal protocols, mouse colonies, laboratory equipment, reagent inventories, and assist in routine experimental work like DNA isolation, PCR, cell culture, live animal surgeries, and animal management. The Research Specialist should have experience with animal handling and should be capable of following protocols to carry out basic animal surgeries as well as cell culture experiments.Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe lab-based duties and responsibiliti