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Postdoctoral Scientist Neuroscience Discovery - 2406197403W

Description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.

Do you possess a high level of motivation and passion for scientific research, with a desire to contribute significantly to the field of neuroscience discovery? Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is in search of a Postdoctoral Scientist who exhibits exceptional work behaviors to join our renowned team of researchers in Beerse, Belgium.

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is deeply committed to driving progress in neuroscience through innovative research and development. Joining us as a Postdoctoral Scientist means working alongside renowned experts in a collaborative and ambitious atmosphere. Our well-equipped facilities and abundant resources will provide you with the means to conduct groundbreaking research and play a significant role in the development of novel therapies for neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson's disease.

Responsibilities:

Conduct advanced research on the biological functions of extracellular vesicles in the context of Parkinson's disease and related disorders.

Design and perform experiments to isolate, characterized, and analyze extracellular vesicles from various biological samples.

Apply molecular and cellular biology techniques to study the impact of extracellular vesicles on cells and the pathological processes of Parkinson's disease.

Develop and validate methods for using extracellular vesicles as potential biomarkers for early diagnosis and progression monitoring of Parkinson's disease and related disorders.

Collaborate closely with researchers from the partner university to integrate findings and advance the project goals.

Analyze and summarize data, preparing detailed reports, manuscripts for publication, and presentations for scientific conferences.

Stay updated with the latest literature and advancements in the field of extracellular vesicles and neurodegenerative diseases.

Qualifications

Requirements:

PhD in Neuroscience, Molcular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Medical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Strong background in neurodegeneration research and familiarity with Parkinson's disease.

Proficiency in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including protein purification and characterization.

Experience with advanced microscopy techniques, such as immunofluorescence and confocal microscopy.

Proven ability to independently design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and draw conclusions.

Outstanding analytical skills and experience with data analysis software.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred qualifications:

Proven experience in extracellular veiscle research, including isolation and characterization techniques.

Experience with omics technology (e.g., proteomics, transcriptomics) and bioinformatics analysis.

Knowledge of biomarker discovery and validation processes.

FELASA B or C accredited (or equivalent) for conducting or leading laboratory animal experiments.

At Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We value the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals from all backgrounds and strive to create a welcoming environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage qualified candidates of all abilities to apply.

If you require reasonable accommodation or adjustment during the application process or at any stage of employment, please contact us at [contact information]. We will be happy to assist you in any way we can.

Join our team of exceptional scientists and contribute to the discovery of groundbreaking treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. Apply now and take the next step in your scientific career with Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine.

Primary Location Europe/Middle East/Africa-Belgium-Antwerp-Beerse

Organization Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V. (7555)

Job Function Biological Research

Req ID: 2406197403W