Senior Research Scientist - Neuroscience

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office allowance

Flexible hours

Online resources access

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications from a Senior Research Scientist in Neuroscience for our fully remote research division. You will design and execute in vitro and in vivo studies, analyze data, and contribute to the neuroscience pipeline.

Collaborate with computational biologists, pharmacologists, and medicinal chemists in a virtual environment, and mentor junior staff while helping to prepare manuscripts and patents.

Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience or related field.
• 6+ years post-PhD research experience in neuroscience.
• Hands-on experience with neurotech methods.
• Strong statistical analysis of biological data.
• Ability to manage multiple projects remotely.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute in vitro and in vivo studies on neurodegenerative diseases, neuroinflammation, or neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Utilize electrophysiology, calcium imaging, molecular biology, and behavioral assays.
• Analyze complex neuroscience data and formulate hypotheses for further investigation.
• Collaborate with computational biologists, medicinal chemists, and pharmacologists in a virtual environment.
• Prepare detailed scientific reports, contribute to manuscript preparation, and support patent applications.
• Provide scientific mentorship and guidance to junior team members in a remote setting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Scientific communication

Collaboration in virtual teams

Statistical analysis

Education

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

Tools

Electrophysiology

Calcium imaging

Molecular biology

Behavioral assays

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Research Scientist with a specialization in Neuroscience to join their fully remote research division. This role is instrumental in advancing our understanding of neurological disorders and developing innovative therapeutic solutions. You will be responsible for designing and executing cutting-edge research, analyzing complex datasets related to neurobiology, and contributing significantly to the strategic direction of our neuroscience pipeline. This is an exceptional opportunity to apply your scientific expertise within a globally dispersed, collaborative team, driving forward research critical to improving brain health.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced in vitro and in vivo studies focused on neurodegenerative diseases, neuroinflammation, or neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Utilize a range of techniques including electrophysiology, calcium imaging, molecular biology, and behavioral assays.
• Analyze and interpret complex neuroscience data, drawing conclusions and formulating hypotheses for further investigation.
• Collaborate closely with computational biologists, medicinal chemists, and pharmacologists in a virtual environment to integrate findings.
• Prepare detailed scientific reports, contribute to manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed publications, and support patent applications.
• Provide scientific mentorship and guidance to junior team members in a remote setting.

Requirements

• PhD in Neuroscience, Neurobiology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant post-doctoral or industry research experience in neuroscience.
• Proven expertise in experimental design and execution relevant to neurological research, with hands-on experience in specific neuroscience techniques.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including experience with statistical analysis of complex biological data.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple research projects concurrently in a remote setting .
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for effective collaboration across distributed teams.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package tailored for remote employees.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and ongoing technology support.
• Flexible work hours and the freedom to work from any location.
• Access to extensive online resources, virtual seminars, and collaborative platforms.
• The opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research that has the potential to revolutionize the treatment of neurological disorders.