GABRIEL COSTA
Neuroscientist
Montreal,QC
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven neuroscientist and pharmacologist with over a decade of academic and translational research experience. Expertise in developing in vivo models, neurochemical and moleculae studies, and high-throughput screening assays. Adept at cross-functional collaboration, scientific communication, and stakeholder engagement. Passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation and promote sustainability in drug development. Dear Dr. Magdesian and the Ananda Devices Team,
I am writing to express my enthusiasm for joining Ananda Devices, a company whose mission to revolutionize drug development aligns deeply with my professional aspirations. With a stablished background in pharmacology, neuroscience, and translational research, I am prepared to contribute to your innovative efforts in developing human-relevant models and accelerating therapeutic discovery.
Throughout my career, I have been committed to advancing research methodologies. My postdoctoral work at McGill University involved both high-throughput screening models (NGS) to study rare diseases and a drug screening project, which aligns closely with your NeuroHTS platform idea. Coming from a stablished career using in vivo modeling, I am particularly inspired by Ananda Devices’ commitment to reducing animal experimentation in health research.
In addition to my technical expertise, I bring a collaborative spirit and a proven ability to establish and maintain interdisciplinary partnerships. My international research experience and multilingual proficiency enable me to navigate diverse teams and communicate complex scientific concepts effectively. I am confident that these skills will support Ananda Devices in delivering customized, cutting-edge solutions to clients across the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetics industries.
Joining Ananda Devices represents an exciting opportunity to apply my skills in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. I am eager to contribute to your mission of making drug development faster, more cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my background and passion can support Ananda Devices' goals in different available positions.
Thank you for your time and for considering my application. I’m looking forward to discussing the possibility of contributing to your exceptional team.
Yours sincerely,
Gabriel Araujo Costa, PhD.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Postdoc
McGill University – Montreal Neurological Institute
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Engage with healthcare professionals and communicate complex scientific information
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (thought leaders)
- Provide continuing scientific training for other personnel
- Advisory board member, paper referee, open science advocate, and international presenter
- Provide therapeutic decision-makers with scientific and pharmaceutical assistance
- Knowledge of pharma regulations and industry practices (in progress)
- Experience with real-world evidence, clinical practice insights, and investigator-initiated research setup: Neuroscience – Ophthalmology/Rare diseases
- Lead researcher in developing scientific training programs to undergrad students and contributing to ongoing ophthalmological research, aligning with clinical practice
Postdoc, Faculty of Medicine
McGill University
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Contributed to cutting-edge pharmacological research, working closely with key stakeholders and thought leaders (Dr Moshe Szyf)
- Presented findings at key international forums, aligning research with industry strategies in neuroscience
PhD Graduate Assistant
University of São
07.2015 - 01.2020
- Served as a liaison between faculty members and students, effectively addressing concerns and fostering open communication channels.
- Prepared engaging presentations showcasing research findings to diverse audiences both within academia and beyond.
- Maintained detailed records of all experiments conducted, ensuring data integrity and reproducibility of results.
- Presented research findings at national conferences, promoting knowledge sharing among fellow scholars.
- Developed strong working relationships with faculty members, facilitating a positive and productive team environment.
Visiting PhD Student
University of Surrey
08.2018 - 12.2018
Education
Ph.D. - Pharmacology
University of Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo - Brazil 07.2014 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
State University of Londrina
Londrina - Brazil 01.2009 - 11.2014
Skills
- Time management and prioritization
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Translational research in neuroscience and rare diseases
- Assertive Communication
- Teaching experience
- Lab management
- Research design
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave4-day work weekLanguages
English
Portuguese
Spanish
French
Timeline
Postdoc
McGill University – Montreal Neurological Institute
10.2023 - 01.2025
Postdoc, Faculty of Medicine
McGill University
11.2021 - 08.2023
Visiting PhD Student
University of Surrey
08.2018 - 12.2018
PhD Graduate Assistant
University of São
07.2015 - 01.2020
Ph.D. - Pharmacology
University of Sao Paulo
07.2014 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
State University of Londrina
01.2009 - 11.2014
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