
Website Stanford University Lee Lab
Stanford University Lee Lab
Company : Stanford University Lee Lab
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
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Retirement Plan
Wellness Resources
Competitive salary commensurate with experience