Scientific Writer

PsychoGenics Inc.; New Jersey; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401K plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Stock-based incentive

Job summary

PsychoGenics is seeking an experienced Scientific Writer to support our preclinical pain research program by developing high-quality grant proposals, scientific publications, and technical reports. The successful candidate will collaborate with scientists, business development, and leadership to translate in vitro and in vivo pain data into compelling narratives that support funding and publication.

The role requires strong neuroscience background, exceptional writing skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's in Neuroscience, Pharmacology, or a related life science.
• 2–5 years of scientific writing experience within a pharmaceutical, biotech or CRO.
• Exceptional scientific writing and editing skills.
• Ability to transform complex datasets into compelling scientific narratives.
• Strong critical thinking and data interpretation abilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy.
• Experience writing NIH (SBIR/STTR), DoD, and foundation grants.
• Familiarity with FDA drug development pathways for pain therapeutics.
• Familiarity with statistical software (GraphPad Prism, R, SAS, or JMP).

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Organize, analyze, and interpret preclinical datasets from in vivo and in vitro studies.
• Prepare figures, tables, graphical abstracts, and supplementary materials.
• Draft review articles, white papers, conference abstracts, posters, and oral presentations.
• Coordinate manuscript revisions with co-authors and respond to reviewer comments.

Skills

Scientific writing

Editing

Grant writing

Data interpretation

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Ph.D. or Master's in Neuroscience/Pharmacology/related life science

Tools

GraphPad Prism

R

SAS

JMP

Job description

Scientific Writer

PsychoGenics is a preclinical CRO with expertise in central nervous system (CNS) and orphan disorders. Our mission is to provide the best validated disease models and comprehensive preclinical capabilities to help companies discover the next generation of treatments for severely disabling CNS and orphan disorders and reduce the attrition rate in clinical development. We are known for our cutting-edge translational approach to research, our customized solutions, the breadth, and quality of our work, as well as for our ability to identify statistically relevant phenotypic changes that help our clients quantify the efficacy of their treatments before they move into the clinic. With an extensive portfolio of highly predictive disease models and unparalleled experience performing studies for biopharmaceutical companies of all sizes, we enable clients to deliver much needed superior clinical candidates to patients.

PsychoGenics is seeking an experienced Scientific Writer to support our preclinical pain research program through the development of high-quality grant proposals, scientific publications, and technical reports. The successful candidate will work closely with scientists, business development, and executive leadership to translate complex in vitro and in vivo pain pharmacology data into compelling scientific narratives that support funding, publication, and business growth. This position requires exceptional scientific writing skills, a strong background in neuroscience and pain biology, and the ability to synthesize multidisciplinary data into clear, accurate, and impactful documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Organize, analyze, and interpret preclinical datasets from in vivo and in vitro studies.
• Prepare figures, tables, graphical abstracts, and supplementary materials.
• Draft review articles, white papers, conference abstracts, posters, and oral presentations.
• Coordinate manuscript revisions with co-authors and respond to reviewer comments.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Neuroscience, Pharmacology, or a related life science.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of scientific writing experience within a pharmaceutical, biotech or Contract Research Organization (CRO).
• Exceptional scientific writing and editing skills.
• Ability to transform complex datasets into compelling scientific narratives.
• Strong critical thinking and data interpretation abilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy.
• Experience writing NIH (SBIR/STTR), DoD, and foundation grants.
• Familiarity with FDA drug development pathways for pain therapeutics.
• Familiarity with statistical software (GraphPad Prism, R, SAS, or JMP).

This position can be either onsite or remote and the hours may vary from full time to part time, depending on projects. It will be full time to start.

Total Rewards Plan

PsychoGenics offers competitive performance-based compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. This role is eligible for annual performance-based raise and discretionary bonus for both individual and PsychoGenics annual performance. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans
• HSA, FSA and dependent FSA
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Stock-based incentive plan
• 401K with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off policy and paid parental leave policy
• EAP
• Additional voluntary benefits

PsychoGenics is a veteran/disability/equal opportunity employer.

We take pride in maintaining a diverse work environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create a workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and allows our people to unleash their full potential.

Reasonable Accommodation

PsychoGenics provides qualified individuals with reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process. If you require assistance or need reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact Human Resources at: [e-mail]

Nearest Major Market: New York City