Neuroscience Research Scientist

Role Summary

Neuroscience Research Scientist role focusing on advanced electrophysiology and neuropharmacology to characterize network dysfunction in neurodegenerative disease models. Conduct hands-on cellular neurobiology using iPSC-derived 2D/3D models to generate functional readouts and drive discovery pipelines. Collaborate across biology and data science teams to design experiments, analyze complex neural data, and translate results into actionable insights. Hybrid lab-based position in Salt Lake City.

Responsibilities

• Execute advanced neuropharmacology and electrophysiology studies (e.g., multielectrode arrays, imaging assays) on human iPSC-derived neurons and 2D/3D neurodegenerative disease models.
• Independently design, develop, and optimize cell-based functional assays to characterize drug candidates and profile new model systems.
• Conduct rigorous analysis, signal processing, and troubleshooting of complex neuroscience datasets (electrical traces, local field potentials, calcium traces, pharmacodynamic modeling).
• Document and present experimental designs, data, and actionable insights to cross-functional teams to drive program decisions.
• Manage key laboratory functions with attention to detail, including coordinating cross-functional lab work, monitoring inventory, ordering reagents, and basic equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Required: M.S. or B.S. in Neuroscience, Biology, or related field with 3‚Äì5 years of pharmaceutical/biotechnology experience performing advanced cellular neuropharmacology and electrophysiological studies (neurodegenerative context preferred).
• Required: Direct hands-on experience with functional neuroscience techniques such as multielectrode arrays and high-throughput electrophysiology platforms.
• Required: Hands-on expertise with human cell-based translatable systems, including iPSC-derived neurons and 2D/3D in vitro models.
• Required: Ability to independently design, optimize, analyze, and present data from cell-based functional assays; experience with electrical traces, LFP, or calcium imaging preferred.
• Preferred: Basic coding experience (Python, R, MATLAB) and neural signal processing;
• Preferred: Knowledge of general molecular biology techniques and assays for protein and RNA processing.

Education

• Undergraduate degree in Neuroscience, Biology, or related field; advanced degree not required.

Additional Requirements

• Working Location: Salt Lake City, lab-based, hybrid role; in-office/lab at least 80% of the time.