NOTE: This is a flexible term position dependent on project funding. Current funding is expected for at least 2 years.

The Bioscience and Biotechnology division within Physical and Life Sciences at LLNL is seeking to fill a position for a dedicated and hardworking Research Scientist with a background in Neuroscience with demonstrated experience in behavioral assessments, electrophysiology and other advanced molecular biology approaches. In this position, you will direct and conduct advanced cell and animal biology research, contributing to our understanding of the brain for mission relevant programs. Your role will involve working on defined research projects, where you will be expected to demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and a keen attention to detail within a multidisciplinary team of scientists. This position is in the Human Health Sciences Group in the Biosciences and Biotechnology Division.

In this role you will:

• Lead and implement in vitro experiments that include both 2D and 3D rat and human cell models
• Collaborate with other scientists for in vivo experiments including behavioral assays/analyses
• Utilize advanced cell and molecular biology techniques to investigate and understand mechanisms of brain injury/repair
• Evaluate large data sets to refine, inform, and design subsequent experiments.
• Conduct literature reviews on state-of-the-art approaches relevant to the problem being addressed.
• Train and mentor early career and technician level staff
• Collaborate and interact with inter-organizational contacts and/or external customers.
• Prepare and present technical reports