At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

Neurocrine Biosciences is a neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, endocrine and psychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson's disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as clinical programs in multiple therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. *in collaboration with AbbVie

About the Role:

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• Follow study protocol, IACUC protocols, SOPs and animal welfare policy in animal studies.

• Perform rodent in vivo experiments: animal handling, test article dosing via various administration routes (PO, IP, SC, IV), behavioral monitoring, pharmacodynamic assays, data collection, as well as data interpretation/analysis

• Perform perfusion, necropsy, dissections and tissue/ blood, plasma, serum collection when necessary

• Help maintain laboratory and supply inventories

• Assist with behavioral assay/model development

• Summarize and assist with data analysis and presentation at internal group/team meetings

• Efficiently manage scheduling of studies, and manage own time to complete assigned work by due dates

• Maintain accurate databases and experimental notebooks of results

• Assist in other related procedures as assigned by the supervisor

• Work both independently and collaboratively

• Proactively organize and identify needs for executing studies smoothly

• Perform all duties in keeping with the Company's core values, policies and all applicable regulations

• BS/BA degree in biological sciences preferably related to behavioral neuroscience, pharmacology or biopsychology and some experience with handling and dosing animals in a laboratory setting OR

• MS/MA degree in biological sciences preferably related to behavioral neuroscience, pharmacology or biopsychology and some experience with handling and dosing animals in a laboratory setting

• Previous experience with stereotaxic surgery, AAV administration

• Experience handling mice and rats and general familiarity with behavioral assays, including automated techniques, locomotor activity, elevated plus maze etc.

• Experience with in vivo pharmacology and efficacy studies including multiple dosing routes of administration (IV, SC, PO, IP etc.) and necropsy procedures

• Can independently manage and troubleshoot rodent studies for in vivo endpoints

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), as well as some basic graphical and/or statistical software (e.g., Prism). Experience with Python or Matlab is an attractive plus

• Experience with small animal survival surgery, stereotaxic brain injections, AAV administration, and in vivo models of disorders in the neurology, neuroendocrinology, neuroimmunology or neuropsychiatric fields

• Superior attention to detail, punctual, flexible, and an outstanding team-player who is comfortable working on and prioritizing multiple projects

• Able to execute experiments efficiently and suggest small process improvements

• Able to recognize patterns or inconsistencies in data results

• Able to deduce meaningful results while conducting routine analyses or troubleshoot minor issues. Good knowledge of one's scientific discipline

• Developing knowledge of scientific principles, methods and techniques

• Good knowledge and some experience working with discipline specific laboratory equipment/tools

• Good computer skills

• Developing communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking, planning and organization skills

• Understands importance of meeting deadlines

• High level of organization and attention to detail

• Willingness and ability to work both independently and as part of a team

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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