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Institute Research Investigator - Neurodegeneration Consortium

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Research
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Belfer Neurodegeneration Cnsrt 710630
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142225 Requisition #
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Education

Requried: Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, enzymology, pharmacology, chemistry or related field.

Preferred: Master’s or PhD in one of the natural sciences or related field.

Experience

Required: Six years experience of relevant research experience in laboratory With Master's degree, four years of required experience. With a PhD in a natural science or Medical degree, no experience required.

Preferred: The ideal candidate will possess:
1.    Deep knowledge of neurobiology, neuroinflammation and neuroimmunology to inform on development of novel drug candidates
2.    Experience with genetic (RNAi, cDNAs) and pharmacological (small molecule inhibitors or antibodies) approaches to study target biology utilizing biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology methods and assays to drive program biology
3.    Experience utilizing mouse models of neurodegeneration and neuroinflammation to enable target discovery, validation, and drug development
4.    Experience working in a multidiscinplinary team to advance project goals
5.    Broad knowledge and experience in areas of neurobiology including, but not limited to neuroimmunology, immunology, neuroinflammation, neurodegeneration and cell-cell interactions in the CNS as evidenced by publication record in peer-reviewed journals
6.    Strong data analysis skills, ability to interpret results, design of follow-up experiments, troubleshoot issues with assay performance, and effectively present results and conclusions to co-workers, collaborators and senior leadership
7.    Evidence of working in multifunctional teams of scientists to deliver on program objectives
8.    Evidence of independent thinking and leadership skills are vital
9.    Ability to work well under pressure, drive projects to meet critical timelines and display flexibility to accommodate rapidly changing priorities and deadlines is required
10.    Collaborative attitude and ability to work in a team-based environment is crucial for this position
11.    Excellent oral and written communication skills
12.    Experience mentoring junior scientists is a plus

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