We are seeking a **_Research Technologist_** who will follow protocols and procedures to perform general laboratory duties and techniques. 50% of the time will be spent learning biochemical techniques, including cell culture, enzyme activity assays, RT-PCR, western blot, and immunohistochemistry. The remaining 50% of the time will be spent performing animal models of peripheral nerve crush and aging.

**Specific Duties & Responsibilities**

+ Culture and maintain RAW macrophage cells and relevant macrophage, neuronal, Schwann cell, and muscle cell models for efficacy and mechanistic studies.
+ Assist with evaluating glutamate carboxypeptidase II (GCPII) as a therapeutic target in peripheral nerve degeneration and the function of Schwann cells in aging.
+ Study efficacy and pharmacokinetic properties of potential treatments using mouse models of peripheral nerve crush and aging.
+ Maintain aged mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, and treating anima...