Scientist/Senior Scientist

PsychoGenics is a preclinical CRO with expertise in central nervous system (CNS) and orphan disorders.  Our mission is to provide the best validated disease models and comprehensive preclinical capabilities to help companies discover the next generation of treatments for severely disabling CNS and orphan disorders and reduce the attrition rate in clinical development.  We are known for our cutting-edge translational approach to research, our customized solutions, the breadth, and quality of our work, as well as for our ability to identify statistically relevant phenotypic changes that help our clients quantify the efficacy of their treatments before they move into the clinic.  With an extensive portfolio of highly predictive disease models and unparalleled experience performing studies for biopharmaceutical companies of all sizes, we enable clients to deliver much needed superior clinical candidates to patients.

Overview of Position:

We are looking for a highly motivated Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our Rat Pharmacology team. The primary responsibilities of the candidate will include, but are not limited to, designing and performing behavioral experiments in rodent models of pain, performing rodent surgeries, and summarizing and presenting data. The candidate will be responsible for coordinating studies and the proper execution of experiments.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Execution of behavioral studies – (60%) 

•    Schedule and perform behavioral experiments in rodent models of pain using a variety of tests including von Frey, acetone, and dynamic weight bearing.

• Contribute to the optimization and validation of novel rodent pain models and endpoints.
• Perform rodent surgery, drug formulation and administration, and tissue collection.

2. Data analysis and summarization – (30%)

• Summarize, analyze and present results to internal stakeholders and external clients at meetings.
• Prepare Study Plans and Study Reports.
• Engage with clients on study design and progress.
• Generate standard operating procedures (SOP) and IACUC protocols.

3. Supervisory and training responsibilities – (10%)

• Train and supervise research associates in study preparation, behavioral testing, surgeries, data summarization, and use of scientific software.
• Coordinate studies and resources within and outside of the pain research group. 

Job Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in neuroscience, with a focus in pain research, is required. 
• Minimum 3 years of post-doctoral experience in pain research using rodent behavioral pain models and rodent surgical techniques is required.
• Must have experience working with rat models.
• Experience in designing and performing scientific studies, analyzing and presenting data, and writing study protocols and reports.
• Strong skills in GraphPad Prism and Microsoft Office software.
• Effective in communicating with internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Strong ability to work well with many people both within a team and across groups.
• Proficient in reviewing scientific literature and research proposals.
• High level of commitment to quality, organizational ability, and strong motivation to perform and provide deliverables to internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Ability to provide expertise and training and to supervise research associates who are not direct reports.

The approximate base salary for this position is $100,000 - $120,000. Salary will be determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, education, and overall knowledge.

Total Rewards Plan 

PsychoGenics offers competitive performance-based compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. This role is eligible for annual performance-based raise and discretionary bonus for both individual and PsychoGenics annual performance. Our benefits include: 

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans
• HSA, FSA and dependent FSA
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Stock-based incentive plan
• 401K with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off policy and paid parental leave policy
• EAP
• Additional voluntary benefits

PsychoGenics is a veteran/disability/equal opportunity employer. 

We take pride in maintaining a diverse work environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create a workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and allows our people to unleash their full potential.

Reasonable Accommodation

PsychoGenics provides qualified individuals with reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process. If you require assistance or need reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact Human Resources at: careers@psychogenics.com