Senior Research Scientist — Trigeminal Pain & Neurobiology

TopSciNet; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Researcher Senior to lead and advance an integrated program studying trigeminal neuropathic pain. This role combines hands-on experimentation with strategic project management, mentorship, and scientific leadership in a collaborative lab.

Responsibilities include designing and executing behavioral neuroscience, electrophysiology, and molecular biology experiments; supervising animal studies; managing budgets and timelines;

Qualifications

• Doctorate in a related field OR Master’s with 2+ years of experience OR Bachelor’s with 4+ years of experience.
• Experience with trigeminal neuropathic pain models or translational pain research is preferred.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and project-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple research projects on trigeminal neuropathic pain.
• Design, plan, and execute behavioral neuroscience, electrophysiology, and molecular biology experiments.
• Conduct or supervise animal behavioral assays and electrophysiological recordings from trigeminal ganglion neurons.
• Mentor and supervise junior researchers, technicians, and trainees.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Contribute to manuscripts, grant proposals, and scientific presentations.
• Ensure compliance with IACUC, biosafety, and institutional guidelines.

Skills

Behavioral neuroscience

Electrophysiology

Molecular biology

Mentorship

Project management

Education

Doctorate in a related field

Master’s in a related field

Bachelor’s in a related field

Tools

Behavioral assays

Electrophysiology equipment

Molecular biology techniques

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Researcher Senior to lead and advance an integrated program studying trigeminal neuropathic pain. This role combines hands-on experimentation with strategic project management, mentorship, and scientific leadership in a collaborative lab.

Responsibilities include designing and executing behavioral neuroscience, electrophysiology, and molecular biology experiments; supervising animal studies; managing budgets and timelines;