2027 Future Talent Program Neuroscience Discovery Co-op
Core
Execute in vitro and in vivo experiments to support the identification and validation of novel targets for treating Central Nervous System (CNS) diseases.
Role type
Co-op student, Early Discovery Neuroscience
Builds
Cell-based model systems, high throughput screening assays, and biochemical/immunohistochemical analysis
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals, Neuroscience Drug Discovery
Required skills
Molecular biology techniques, Biochemistry, Cell culture, Neuroscience, Functional neuroanatomy, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Fluorescence microscopy, Electrophysiology, Cell biology, Neurological diseases
Preferred skills
Patch-clamp electrophysiology, Western blot, ELISA, PCR, Sterile cell culture, Primary neuron culture, Human stem cells (iPSCs), Calcium imaging, Rodent pain-behaviour testing
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Design, execute, interpret, and report in vitro and/or in vivo experiments; Assist in developing, executing, and troubleshooting new assays, protocols, and imaging methods; Monitor, review, and critically interpret published work to guide research
Seniority
Co-op (Fixed Term), Student