What is a neuroscientist and how to become one

Key steps to become a neuroscientist

1. Explore neuroscientist education requirements

   Most common neuroscientist degrees

   Bachelor's

   57.9 %

   Doctorate

   31.6 %

   Master's

   5.3 %

   Show more

2. Start to develop specific neuroscientist skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Literature Reviews	43.44%
   Animal Models	27.83%
   Experimental Design	16.41%
   R	8.06%
   Scientific Data	4.26%

3. Complete relevant neuroscientist training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New neuroscientists learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a neuroscientist based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real neuroscientist resumes.

4. Research neuroscientist duties and responsibilities

   • Manage sample inventory via in-house laboratory information management system (LIMS) and implement additional systems for sample and chemical organization.
   • Supervise activities of analytical cellular and molecular immunology laboratories.
   • Supervise activities of analytical cellular and molecular immunology laboratories.

5. Apply for neuroscientist jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a neuroscientist job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams