Scientist, Neurodegeneration

BioSpace; Leonia (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in neuroregenerative medicine is seeking a talented scientist to focus on preventing age-related cognitive decline and dementia. This role involves devising actionable interventions and collaborating with experts, requiring a PhD and experience in CNS neuron regeneration. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in neuronal models and a deep understanding of dementia-related conditions.

Qualifications

• PhD with postdoctoral experience in CNS neuron regeneration.
• Extensive knowledge of in vitro neuronal models and exosomes.
• Understanding of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

Responsibilities

• Devise interventions to slow cognitive decline and prevent dementia.
• Research technologies to repair or restore damaged CNS components.
• Collaborate with other scientists to maximize productivity.

Skills

Neuroregenerative medicine

CNS function preservation

Postdoctoral research

iPSC-derived neuronal models

Exosomes as therapeutics

Education

PhD in relevant field

Tools

Fluorescence microscopy

Job description

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We're hiring an exceptionally talented scientist to join our Neuroregeneration, with a focus on neuroregenerative medicine and dementia prevention.

At ICR, You'll Play An Integral Part In

• Devising novel practical and actionable interventions to slow age-related cognitive decline and prevent dementia
• Research highly translational technologies to preserve existing CNS function or repair/restore damaged CNS components
• Collaborating with other ICR scientists to leverage company resources and maximize productivity
  
  
  

Please Apply If You Have

• A PhD with several years of postdoctoral experience focused on regenerating lost CNS neurons, repairing damaged CNS neurons or preventing age-related neuronal damage
• Extensive knowledge of iPSC-derived in vitro neuronal models as well as experience with exosomes as therapeutics; additional mixed cell-type culture models is preferred
  
  
  

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• Deep knowledge of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
• Hands-on experience with fluorescence microscopy
• Knowledge of basic stem cell-derived neuronal-type differentiation pathways
• A deep understanding of modern preventive and regenerative CNS medicine
  
  
  

And You'll Need

• A friendly, easygoing personality
• The ability to work in the United States without sponsorship
  
  
  

Salary

Starting base pay range: $125,000/yr - $175,000/yr

Starting additional compensation range: $7,500/yr - $17,500/yr

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Internet News

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