Research Associate II - Sr. Research Associate, Biology

at  Nura Bio

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE II – SR. RA, BIOLOGY

Nura Bio, Inc. (Nura Bio) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing neuroprotective therapies for the treatment of a broad range of neurological diseases. Nura Bio’s research and early development small molecule pipeline is focused on developing therapies that halt axon degeneration and/or modulate microglial responses to degeneration and injury, with the goal of conferring neuroprotection, across diseases of the central, peripheral, and ocular nervous system.
We are looking for a highly motivated Research Associate in the Biology team to conduct exciting research at Nura Bio in the areas of in vitro and in vivo neurobiology. As a member of the Nura Bio team, you will be part of a culture of scientific excellence, rigorous innovation, and collaboration.
Nura Bio offers a comprehensive generous medical and dental insurance, vision, life and disability insurance, health savings account, flexible savings, and dependent care, 401(k) plan, and highly attractive stock options.
Nura Bio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment.
To learn more about our mission and our science, visit us at www.nurabio.com. If you have the experience we are seeking and would like the opportunity to contribute to our mission, we would like to hear from you!
Please send your CV with a cover letter delineating why you are interested to joinus@nurabio.com

• Work under the guidance and mentorship of Scientists to evaluate novel neuroprotective therapeutics across a range of in vitro and in vivo model systems
• Participate in the design and execution of preclinical neurodegeneration models to understand mechanism of action, PK/PD and preclinical efficacy
• Process histological samples from preclinical animal models from sample collection to imaging/analysis
• Develop iPSC and primary neuronal/glial cell culture assays for mechanism of action studies
• Analyze, interpret, and communicate the results of complex experimental datasets
• Effectively collaborate and communicate across a diverse scientific team to successfully progress scientific goals
• Keep detailed records of experimental protocols, generate high quality data from a variety of analytical instruments, and present key findings at team meetings
• Troubleshoot technical difficulties and implement solutions
• Keep up to date with scientific literature relating to neurodegeneration
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously within a functional area