Position Overview:
Signum Biosciences is seeking a senior PhD level scientist with an expertise in neurodegenerative diseases.  The individual will have proven experience in applying cellular and molecular biology to discovery research and drug discovery programs and will lead projects focused on the molecular targets underlying Alzheimer's disease and/or Parkinson's disease. Major responsibilities include establishing and validating cellular assays to assess various aspects of cell signaling. Identify and validate novel molecular targets and pathways. Direct the development of primary and secondary assays suitable to support the drug discovery process. Maintain an awareness of the scientific literature to identify potential drug target opportunities as well as technological advances.

Requirements:

PhD (with 4+ years of experience); extensive experience with cell-based assay development (RT-PCR, ELISA, siRNA,Western blotting), data analysis and assay automation; extensive experience with a wide variety of cell lines; demonstrate an ability to work in a team-oriented environment; effective leadership and management skills; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; excellent organizational, decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills; computer skills required: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

To apply: Please apply online at our website http://www.signumbiosciences.com/apply/

  Signum Biosciences is a private biotechnology company dedicated to developing small-molecule therapeutics derived from its Signal Transduction Modulation (STM) platform to modulate signal transduction imbalances. Through research on protein networks that control biological systems, Signum is developing therapeutic candidates for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, diabetes, asthma and several skin conditions.