Research Scientist, Neurobiology Cognition Therapeutics

The candidate will be a key contributor in a scientific research team developing cutting-edge cell-based assays. Responsibilities include assay development using primary neuronal cultures, compound library screen execution and statistical data analysis, and studies of compound mechanism of action. The candidate will work with others in a team-based environment and make formal presentations of experimental results to the company.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in neurobiology, industry experience a plus
Background in learning and memory biology, neurodegenerative disease biology
Technical expertise in primary neuronal cultures, immunohistochemistry, westerns, ELISAs, microscopy, automated imaging with Cellomics VTI platform.

Cognition Therapeutics, Inc. is a drug discovery company developing small molecule therapeutics that block the protein oligomers responsible for Alzheimers disease. These oligomers interfere with molecular memory mechanisms at the earliest stages of neurodegenerative disease. Located in Pittsburghs historic South Side, we are seeking highly motivated individuals to work in a dynamic start-up company environment.

Location:	2403 Sidney Street Suite 261 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 United States