Senior Microdialysis Scientist – CNS Research Leader

PsychoGenics; New Jersey; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401K with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

PsychoGenics seeks a Scientist/Sr. Scientist focused on microdialysis in CNS models. The candidate will lead microdialysis studies, supervise junior staff, and work closely with translational neuroscience and EEG groups to design and execute protocols, including push-pull and retro dialysis techniques.

The role emphasizes handling surgeries, dosing, data QC, and collaboration with analysts; strong communication and team leadership are essential for success in this fast-paced CRO environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3–10 years of demonstrated microdialysis experience.
• Experience with standard, push-pull, retro, and quantitative microdialysis approaches.
• Ability to lead and train staff and work with management.
• Strong collaboration and data reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Rapidly gain expertise in procedures used by the microdialysis team.
• Manage personnel in a positive, respectful manner; train staff as needed.
• Design and execute experiments using microdialysis with pharmacological and/or genetic manipulations.
• Perform, manage, and oversee studies including surgeries, dosing, QC, and coordination with bioanalysis.
• Contribute to study plans and reporting; discuss data collection and analyses clearly.
• Interact with clients on study design and data reporting as needed.
• Process data (Prism) and create clear data presentations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot microdialysis equipment.

Skills

microdialysis expertise

team leadership

data analysis (Prism)

sleep science knowledge

communication

Education

PhD in Neuroscience/Biomedical Engineering

Tools

Prism

Matlab

Job description

PsychoGenics seeks a Scientist/Sr. Scientist focused on microdialysis in CNS models. The candidate will lead microdialysis studies, supervise junior staff, and work closely with translational neuroscience and EEG groups to design and execute protocols, including push-pull and retro dialysis techniques.

The role emphasizes handling surgeries, dosing, data QC, and collaboration with analysts; strong communication and team leadership are essential for success in this fast-paced CRO environment.