Scientist

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Scientist/Senior Scientist to join their innovative preclinical research team in Sandwich, Kent. This exciting lab-based role involves developing in vivo models to generate crucial pharmacological data for biotech and pharma companies. With a focus on Epilepsy and Neurodegeneration, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in biology or pharmacology, with relevant lab experience and a passion for advancing neuroscience research. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in scientific delivery.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in managing research projects.
• Expertise in designing preclinical studies and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute in vivo models for preclinical research.
• Focus on Epilepsy and Neurodegeneration research.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Biological Data Generation

Preclinical Research

Education

PhD in Biology

Masters in Pharmacology

Degree in Neuroscience

Tools

Rodent Dosing Techniques

Behavioural Testing

Surgical Techniques

Job description

Job Description

Description:

We are working alongside a leading Pre-Clinical CRO specialising in Neuroscience to hire a Scientist / Senior Scientist for their site in Sandwich, Kent.

Who we are:

We are a dynamic recruitment agency that has evolved since our first establishment in 2012. We work with several high-profile clients globally to help them source and retain top-tier talent.

The Client:

We are in collaboration with a global preclinical CRO specialising in Neuroscience research.

The roles are based in Sandwich, Kent. Reporting to the Site Director, as part of their expansion they are searching for a scientist, either at the Scientist level or Senior Scientist, for their Epilepsy / Neurodegeneration research teams.

This lab-based role (on-site) involves developing and executing relevant disease in vivo models to generate robust pharmacological and disease-relevant biological data for preclinical research studies for biotech or pharma companies. This position will focus on their Epilepsy/ Neurodegeneration teams.

Working hours: 7am – 3pm, 8am – 4pm, or 9am – 5pm (dependent on candidate’s and lab work needs).

Requirements:

• Degree with significant relevant lab-based experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, or a similar PhD in Biology, Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Veterinary sciences, or a related discipline.
• A higher degree such as a Masters or PhD is advantageous but not essential.
• Preclinical expertise in rodent disease models with various end points.
• 3-5 years’ experience managing projects, research activities, and collaborative initiatives in a science delivery environment.
• Licenses 1-4, including rodent dosing, behavioural testing, surgical techniques, tissue dissections.
• Expertise in designing, developing, and validating preclinical studies for compound efficacy profiling and screening, including data analysis and report writing.