This Senior Associate Scientist position will support preclinical research in Regeneron’s dynamic Neuroscience group, with a specialization in neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders.
The selected individual will conduct laboratory experiments to interrogate mechanisms of disease, establish and characterize preclinical rodent models, test the effect of therapeutic interventions, and help to advance programs to better understand and treat brain disorders in these areas.
Primary duties include in vivo studies that involve handling live rodents for tasks such as behavioral testing, injections, surgeries, video EEG recordings and sample collection.
Additionally, candidates will have the opportunity to characterize collected samples using biochemical, molecular, and immune-based assays as well as develop in vitro assays.
As a Senior Associate Scientist, a typical day might include :
Planning, initiating, and completing the following types of in vivo assays : standardized behavioral tests, injections, rodent surgeries, sample collections
Planning, initiating, and completing the following types of biochemical, molecular, and immune-based assays : ELISAs, western blotting, immunohistochemistry, RT-qPCR
Learning new methods and / or technologies relevant to various projects
Accurately documenting findings and lab records in an electronic laboratory notebook
Presenting data in formal and informal meetings
Becoming proficient with behavioral and EEG analysis
This role might be for you if you :
Possess strong organizational and time-management skills
Enjoy working both independently and as part of a team
Can manage multiple projects and prioritize as needed
To be considered for this role , you must have earned a bachelors or masters degree with 3-6 years of proven laboratory experience in biology, molecular biology, neuroscience, or a related biological science.
Experience with EEG recordings, behavioral assays and stereotaxic injections is highly desirable. Level is commensurate with experience.