Biomedical Neuroscience Research Scientist

Howard University; Washington; On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, &视

PTO & holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Howard University seeks a Biomedical Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Fellow specializing in neuroscience and genomic regulation to join its growing biomedical research enterprise.

The incumbent will design and implement independent and collaborative projects focused on neuroscience and molecular/cellular signaling, contributing to Howard University’s mission of advancing health equity through cutting-edge biomedical research.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., D.V.M. or equivalent) in Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Physiology, Molecular Biology or related field.
• At least 5 years of postdoctoral or equivalent research experience in neuroscience or related biomedical areas.
• Experience with rodent models, stereotaxic surgery, microscopy and molecular techniques.
• Strong publication record in high-impact journals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute studies in molecular and cellular neuroscience, focusing on neuroprotection and genomics.
• Perform rodent stroke surgeries, tissue collection, IHC, confocal imaging and image analysis.
• Conduct molecular assays (DNA, RNA, protein) to characterize neuronal/metabolic functions.
• Utilize imaging and spatial profiling systems (e.g., confocal, GeoMx).
• Analyze, interpret and present data at seminars and meetings.
• Prepare manuscripts, progress reports and grant proposals; mentor students and fellows.
• Ensure compliance with biosafety, animal care and research integrity policies.

Skills

Stroke models

Spatial profiling

Bioinformatics

Mentoring

Data analysis

Neuroscience biology

Education

Doctoral degree

Neuroscience/biochemistry/molecular biology

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

Confocal microscopy

nCounter

GeoMx DSP

Stereotaxic surgery

Job description

Howard University seeks a Biomedical Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Fellow specializing in neuroscience and genomic regulation to join its growing biomedical research enterprise.

The incumbent will design and implement independent and collaborative projects focused on neuroscience and molecular/cellular signaling, contributing to Howard University’s mission of advancing health equity through cutting-edge biomedical research.