Senior Scientist I – Neuroscience Full-time NEW

Senior Scientist I

We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated, results-oriented Senior Scientist I to join our Genetics Medicine Unit. The ideal candidate will be innovative, organized, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment. This individual will execute and support in vivo and ex vivo studies to support oligonucleotide delivery programs. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity!

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, execute, and troubleshoot in vivo studies for a variety of Neuroscience programs
• Plan and execute complex tissue extraction protocols and analyses, including RNA and protein assays (Western blots, qPCR)
• Intracerebroventricular (ICV) and intrathecal (IT) dosing, bleeding and CNS tissue dissection and collection
• Handle many projects simultaneously and prioritize experiments while producing high quality, reliable and reproducible results
• Data analysis, organization and presentation
• Maintain up to date, organized and accurate study records including the use of an electronic lab notebook

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in science-related field
• 4+ research experience preferably in the field of neuroscience
• Experience developing and executing experimental assays such as qPCR, western blotting, or nuclear fractionation.
• Experience developing and executing in vivo experiments in rodent models
• Expertise in small animal surgical techniques such as stereotaxic surgeries, or catheterization
• Ability to work well in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment
• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of computer software and Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, GraphPad Prism)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters' in science-related field

Salary Range: $85,400.00 – $158,600.00

Skills Desired: Algorithms, Analytical Skill, Analytical Thinking, Chemical Biology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Collaboration, Communication Skills, Curiosity, Data, Data Analysis, Design Of Experiments, Detail-Oriented, Diversity & Inclusion, Drug Discovery, Ethics, Hypothesis Testing, Immunology, Laboratory, Lifesciences, Mammalian Cell Culture, Medical Research, Molecular Biology, Organization

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