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Janssen R&D, a member of Johnson & Johnson's Family of Companies, is recruiting a post-doctoral position in the Neuroimmunology group at Janssen, R&D in Spring House, PA to investigate the fundamental mechanisms underlying Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. This position may also involve cross-disciplinary work on inflammation, immunotherapy, and gene therapy. In addition to their primary research project, the post-doc will also have the opportunity to directly participate in research projects that aim to identify and develop therapeutic and preventative countermeasures against neurodegenerative diseases. Recent PhD graduates with a strong background in neuroscience, cell biology, or a related field are encouraged to apply. Prior experience with molecular biology and biochemistry, as well as neurodegenerative disease models, is desired but not required. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in neuroscience, biochemistry or a related biological field; an excellent track record of publications, including in neurodegenerative disease; and excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

The post-doc will:

• Independently hypothesize, design and execute projects or analysis with hands-on involvement
• Draft and execute peer reviewed manuscripts and technical reports
• Collaborate across research groups to share results

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a Ph.D. in neuroscience, biochemistry or a related biological field, or have recently completed their Ph.D.
• Candidates must be available to work Full-time.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1-B status) now or in the future. 
• Demonstrated leadership is preferred.
• Candidates must be detail-oriented, highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Candidates must have the ability to work individually (independently) as well as on a team.
• Candidates need to be proficient with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel (including a high proficiency with generating pivot tables and graphs), and Power Point, and have strong oral and written communication skills. Additional technical competencies in SharePoint and other information technology systems are highly desirable, as is experience with PubMed databases and other literature databases.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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