Senior Rodent Behavioral Pharmacology Scientist

PsychoGenics; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life plans

HSA and FSA plans

Short- and long-term disability plans

Stock-based incentive plan

401K with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off and parental le

EAP

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

PsychoGenics is seeking a Research Associate for the Rat Pharmacology team to conduct preclinical behavioral experiments in rodent models of pain and neurological disorders. The role requires dosing in rats and mice via PO, IP, SC, and IV, data analysis, and strict adherence to SOPs and IACUC standards.

Weekend work may be required. Master's in neuroscience or related field plus 2+ years of rodent experience preferred; strong organization and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's or higher degree in neuroscience or related field; recent PhD a plus.
• At least 2 years of laboratory and behavioral experience with mice and rats, preferably rats.
• Able to work well in a group atmosphere as well as independently.
• Good organization and troubleshooting skills.
• High level of commitment, excellent motivation to perform and to learn.
• Able to comprehend and comply with all SOPs and IACUC, safety and quality assurance protocols.
• Computer skills with Microsoft Office.
• Limited availability for night, holiday and weekend work required.

Responsibilities

• Execute behavioral pharmacology assays evaluating compounds in rat and mouse models of pain and tests of neurological disorders.
• Dosing in rats and mice via oral (PO), intraperitoneal (IP), subcutaneous (SC), and intravenous (IV).
• Preliminary experimental data analysis and adherence to SOPs and IACUC standards.
• Clear communication of results to supervisor and team members.
• Occasional weekend and holiday work.

Skills

Teamwork

Organization

Troubleshooting

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in neuroscience or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PsychoGenics is seeking a Research Associate for the Rat Pharmacology team to conduct preclinical behavioral experiments in rodent models of pain and neurological disorders. The role requires dosing in rats and mice via PO, IP, SC, and IV, data analysis, and strict adherence to SOPs and IACUC standards.

Weekend work may be required. Master's in neuroscience or related field plus 2+ years of rodent experience preferred; strong organization and communication skills are essential.