Scientist I, Neuroscience Discovery

• Job title Scientist I, Neuroscience Discovery
• Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development
• Sub function Biological Research
• Category Experienced Scientist, Biological Research (ST5)
• Location Spring House / United States of America
• Date posted Jul 16 2025
• Requisition number R-021442
• Work pattern Fully Onsite

This job posting is anticipated to close on Jul 24 2025. We may however extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

Description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at

Job Function:

Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:

Biological Research

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Pharmaceuticals and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at .

Position Overview:

This role is for a Scientist within the Neuroscience Discovery group to support drug discovery of novel therapeutics in neurodegenerative disease. The position is fully on-site, lab-based and the primary responsibility of the Scientist is to provide technical and scientific support for conducting research involving in vitro preclinical studies and processing samples from in vivo studies. Responsibilities include study planning, hands-on study execution, data/statistical analysis, troubleshooting and documentation according to best business practices. The Scientist interprets and integrates data and makes recommendations for critical discovery project decisions and achievement of project goals. The qualified candidate will work in cross-functional teams, including program project teams and functional partners to perform studies and report results back to project teams and key stakeholders. The Scientist should possess exceptional critical thinking skills, including curiosity, creativity and innovation, data analysis and interpretation.

Responsibilities include:

• Initiates, plans, and performs studies in various preclinical disease models to evaluate therapeutic agents for neurodegenerative diseases
• Analyzes, collates, and reports data to project teams and senior colleagues. Responsible for proper recording of information and data management
• Reviews proper operation and maintenance of current laboratory equipment and instruments
• Attends in-house seminars, team and departmental meetings, and regional scientific meetings as appropriate to support team goals.
• May draft and execute peer reviewed manuscripts, technical reports and patent filings
• Fosters a positive and collaborative team culture, promoting open communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience or related biological science with prior substantive, hands-on lab-based experience in either an academic or pharmaceutical setting
• Minimum of 2 years of full time lab experience in lab techniques such as cell culture and aseptic technique, qPCR, ELISA, plate-based luciferase and/or enzymatic activity assays, SDS-PAGE/western blotting, microscopy, etc.
• Experience with studies in laboratory animal models is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to identify and address challenges proactively.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in scientific writing.
• Proven ability to work independently in hands-on laboratory setting, self-motivated to learn and develop new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Familiar with computer software commonly used in bio/pharma industries.
• Works with colleagues as a team player.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and engage team members.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$89,000 - $143,750

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation -120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington -56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays -13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave - 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave - 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave - 10 days Volunteer Leave - 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below.