Senior Neuroscience Scientist: In Vivo & Models Lead

Saint Louis University; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Louis University in Missouri is seeking a Staff Scientist II to lead complex in vivo and in vitro neuroscience research, oversee disease models, and generate data for grant applications and publications.

The role emphasizes training and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students, postdocs, and junior faculty, while maintaining rigorous lab operations and collaboration with internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• Extensive (>20 years) experience in rodent neuroscience and inflammation.
• Extensive hands-on laboratory experience with neuroscience methods.
• Proven ability to train and mentor students and junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex in vivo rodent studies and disease model development.
• Design and lead independent research projects and grant-related work.
• Mentor trainees and ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Collaborate with industry partners and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Neuroscience research

Rodent models

Biochemical & molecular techniques

PK/PD studies

Experimental design & leadership

Mentoring & training

Scientific communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

qRT-PCR

Immunoblotting

Spectrophotometers

Chromatography systems

Centrifuges

Microscopes

Tissue dissection equipment

Job description

Saint Louis University in Missouri is seeking a Staff Scientist II to lead complex in vivo and in vitro neuroscience research, oversee disease models, and generate data for grant applications and publications.

The role emphasizes training and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students, postdocs, and junior faculty, while maintaining rigorous lab operations and collaboration with internal and external partners.