Senior Scientist, Translational Neuroscience (Microdialysis)

Keystone Distinction Group; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Senior Scientist to advance CNS research involving neurotransmitters, novel compounds, and large molecules, with an emphasis on expert pre-clinical microdialysis. The candidate will lead hands-on experiments and ensure rigorous data collection.

The role requires designing experiments, performing surgeries and dosing, coordinating with bioanalytical teams, and writing study plans and reports.

Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of demonstrated microdialysis experience.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities.
• Experience in histology, pain, sleep, or surgeries is a plus.
• Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Drug discovery, management, and programming experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop experiments incorporating microdialysis techniques with pharmaceutical agents and genetic manipulations.
• Execute and direct studies, including surgeries, dosing, and coordinating with the bioanalytical team.
• Collaborate with management to help write study plans and reports and discuss the data collection and analyses processes clearly.
• Liaise with external partners on study design and data reporting.
• Maintain and troubleshoot experimental equipment.

Skills

Microdialysis experience

Analytical reasoning

Strong communication

Multi-tasking

Histology experience

Surgical/data collection coordination

Education

PhD in Neuroscience or Biomedical Engineering

Tools

Programming

Job description

Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Senior Scientist to advance CNS research involving neurotransmitters, novel compounds, and large molecules, with an emphasis on expert pre-clinical microdialysis. The candidate will lead hands-on experiments and ensure rigorous data collection.

The role requires designing experiments, performing surgeries and dosing, coordinating with bioanalytical teams, and writing study plans and reports.