Scientist

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in neuroscience research is seeking a Scientist/Senior Scientist for their Sandwich facility. The role involves developing in vivo models for preclinical studies related to epilepsy and neurodegeneration. Candidates should possess a relevant degree with lab experience, ideally with preclinical insights, and the ability to manage research activities effectively.

Qualifications

• Degree with significant lab-based experience, preferably in pharma or biotech.
• 3-5 years experience managing projects and collaborative initiatives.
• Preclinical expertise in rodent disease models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute relevant disease in vivo models.
• Generate robust pharmacological data for preclinical studies.
• Work within the Epilepsy/Neurodegeneration research teams.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Report Writing

Education

PhD in Biology

Masters in Pharmacology

Job description

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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) will be to develop and execute 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 be working in their Epilepsy/ Neurodegeneration teams.

Working hours: 7am – 3pm, 8am – 4pm or 9am – 5pm (dependent on candidate’s & 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 of Masters or PhD is considered advantageous but not essential to the role. Preclinical expertise in rodent disease models with a variety of end points.
• 3-5 years’ experience managing projects, research activities, and collaborative initiatives in a science delivery environment.
• Expertise in the design, development and validation of preclinical studies for compound efficacy profiling and screening; including analysing data and report writing.