Zusammenfassung
We seek an enthusiastic, highly motivated, results-oriented Research Scientist II to join the Neuroscience siRNA team. The ideal candidate will be innovative, organized, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment. This individual will execute and support in vivo and ex vivo studies to support oligonucleotide delivery programs.
About the Role
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, execute, and troubleshoot in vivo and ex vivo studies for a variety of Neuroscience programs
- Intracerebroventricular (ICV) and intrathecal (IT) dosing, bleeding and CNS tissue dissection
- Tissue processing to support RNA and protein assays (Western, qPCR, in situ hybridization assays)
- Handle many projects simultaneously and prioritize experiments while producing high quality, reliable and reproducible results
- Data analysis, organization and presentation
- Maintain up to date, organized and accurate study records including the use of an electronic lab notebook
Minimum Requirements:
- BA/BS in science related field
- 2+ research experience preferably in the field of neuroscience
- Experience developing and executing in vivo experiments in rodent models
- Experience developing and optimizing CNS dosing protocols for neuropharmacology studies, including ICV and IT injections
- Expertise in small animal surgical techniques (stereotaxic surgeries, catheterization)
- Ability to work well in collaborative, fast-paced team environment
- Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of computer software and Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, GraphPad Prism)
Desired Qualifications:
- Master’s degree
You’ll receive:
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