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The lab uses genetic, imaging, physiological, and behavioral tools in the fly model to identify and characterize conserved synaptic genes, with a focus on those associated with neurodevelopmental disorders.\nThe Research Assistant will focus on a current project PDZD8, a new signaling molecule the lab identified as a positive regulator of activity-dependent synaptogenesis. PDZD8 operates at signaling sites between organelles where the exchange of lipids, ions, and other metabolites regulates the formation of new synapses in response to neuronal activity. This work connects intracellular signaling at membrane contact sites to protein turnover in neurons and to nervous system development and has implications for how PDZD8 disruption causes intellectual disability in humans.\nThe Research Assistant will have four primary duties:\nPerforming Drosophila brain dissection, immunohistochemistry and microscopy.\nPreparing Drosophila brain samples for proteomics studies, including analysis, visualization and interpretation of results.\nMolecular cloning to generate transgenes and CRISPR alleles for in vivo studies.\nDrosophila husbandry, maintenance and genetics.\nThe Research Assistant will also support the lab's broader research activities, including general lab maintenance and contributing to manuscript preparation.\nThis is a fixed-term position with an end date of one year from the date of hire, which may be extended depending on available funding.\nJob Qualifications\nEducation and Experience\nRequired: Bachelor’s degree in Neurobiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or related science and prior research experience or extensive coursework (Grade 7)\nRequired: Bachelor’s degree in Neurobiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or related science and 1 to 2 years of experience. (Grade 8)\nPreferred: 2+ years of prior related research experience or extensive coursework in an organized biology research laboratory (Grade 8)\nAnd/or equivalent combination of education and experience\nJob competencies\nInterest in scientific research\nKnowledge of experimental planning and design or willingness to learn\nProficiency in data visualization or willingness to learn\nProficiency in data analysis, including statistical analysis or willingness to learn\nProficiency with computers and essential software programs\nFamiliarity with use of Drosophila as a model organism or willingness to learn\nMaintain agreed upon day-time work hours to allow for assistance of experiments for lab members\nGood written and verbal communication skills\nExcellent organizational, record keeping, task prioritization, and report preparation skills\nAbility to collaborate on projects\nDependability and accuracy in work\nAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively with a diverse group of people, with very different backgrounds, skills and training\nCRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED\nPlease note: This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship from Brown University.\nBenefits of Working at Brown:\nPlease review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.\nRecruiting Start Date:\n2026-09-23Job Posting Title:\nResearch AssistantDepartment:\nDepartment of NeuroscienceGrade:\nGrade 7Worker Type:\nEmployeeWorker Sub-Type:\nFixed Term (Fixed Term)Time Type:\nFull timeScheduled Weekly Hours:\n37.5Position Work Location:\nOnsiteSubmission Guidelines:\nThe designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. 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