Research Aide - Behavioral Neuroscience
Position Overview
The Smith Lab in the Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology at the University of Kansas is seeking outstanding, driven applicants for a research aide position in behavioral neuroscience. This position provides support for a broad range of operational and research-related tasks focused on animal behavior and molecular and cellular biological and biochemical approaches to studying brain function.
Job Description
50% - Contributes to the daily operations of the lab and assures compliance with safety programs. Other duties as assigned.
45% - Participates in performing research activities independently.
5% - Provides general assistance to other lab members, including technical training of undergraduate and graduate students.
45% - Participates in performing research activities independently.
5% - Provides general assistance to other lab members, including technical training of undergraduate and graduate students.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- One (1) or more years of operational management experience
Additional Candidate Instructions
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications
- Resume/CV
- List of three (3) professional references
Only complete applications will be considered.
Application review begins Monday, March 9th. For consideration, please apply no later than Sunday, March 8th.
Contact Information to Applicants
Adam Smith
adamsmith@ku.edu
adamsmith@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
$18 - $28/hr
Application Review Begins
Monday March 9, 2026
Anticipated Start Date
Monday March 16, 2026