Scientist Associate from Collabera
West Point, MS
About the Job
About the Role:
- We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Neuroscience drug discovery team.
- The role involves supporting drug discovery programs by conducting in vitro assays under the guidance of senior staff members.
- The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Biology, Pharmacology, or a related discipline, along with hands-on laboratory experience.
Responsibilities:
- Execute in vitro assays to support Neuroscience drug discovery programs.
- Develop and perform cell-based assays using various techniques such as immunoassay, Western blot, qPCR, and immunofluorescence.
- Maintain and culture mammalian cells.
- Utilize molecular biology techniques like transfection, RNA, and protein extraction.
- Process in vivo samples for pharmacodynamic endpoints.
- Work in a BSL2 laboratory environment.
- Analyze data using GraphPad Prism software and maintain records in electronic lab notebooks.
Education Qualification:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Pharmacology, or a related discipline.
Required Skills:
- 2-5 years of laboratory experience, preferably in an industrial setting.
- Proficiency in developing and executing cell-based assays.
- Experience with mammalian cell culture.
- Familiarity with molecular biology techniques.
- Willingness to work in a BSL2 environment.
- Knowledge of Neuroscience, particularly Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease, with a focus on lysosomal biology is preferred.
- Experience with data analysis software (GraphPad Prism) and Electronic Lab Notebooks is desired.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Salary
30 - 35 /hour