Research Associate, Immunopathology of Mycobacteria Center for Discovery and Innovation- CDI

Hackensack Meridian Health•Nutley, NJ

About The Position

The Research Associate Immunopathology of Mycobacteria, CDI will be working in the Gengenbacher lab studying the immunopathology of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Mycobacterium abscessus.The research will focus on the interaction of these pathogens with the host and to translate the new insights into novel therapy strategies (vaccines, host-directedtherapies) to be evaluated in preclinical models. Knowledge and/or experience in hostimmunity, high-parameter flow cytometry and data analysis, multiplextechnology, cellular immune assays and pre-clinical animal models of infection will be useful to the position. Under guidance of senior lab members and the PI, theResearch Associate will lead and perform immunity-centered experiments with the technical team and analyze and present data in lab meetings and in conferences withthe goal to publish results in peer-reviewed journals. National and international collaborations will allow for stimulating interactions with well-established experts in basic research and translational medicine at the clinical interface. The Center for Discovery and Innovation- CDI was established by Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) as an academic basic and translational research enterprise to rapidly translate science innovation to the clinic and to improve outcomes for patients with cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disease and other acute and chronic diseases. The CDI has grown rapidly since its origins in 2019, and now has 39 labs, 200+ scientists and allied personnel supported by 78 NIH and DoD grants and more than 87 other grants and contracts. Areas of expertise include genomics, epigenetics, drug resistance, stem cell biology, drug discovery, diagnostics and biomarker development, rheumatology and pharmacology.

Requirements

Hold a M.D. or PhD Degree in a relevant science with a minimum of two years as a Postdoctoral research fellow, or a Master's Degree in a relevant science with a minimum of three years of related research experience.
Minimum publication or in preparation of two articles as first author in high quality peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Experience conducting and designing research projects.
Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter.
Demonstrated involvement in research program development, performance improvement, and research activities.
Lab specific technical skills.
Strong organization skills with attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a BSL2/BSL3 lab facility.

Responsibilities

Conducts research and/or laboratory specific tasks and experiments under direct supervision.
Collects, analyzes, and interprets data.
Creates reports from analysis of initial observations and conclusions
Presents findings to higher level staff.
Reviews experimental protocols, design, and documentation.
Handles moderately complex issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
Participates in design and performance of research projects.
Mentors students or research assistants.
Publishes results in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
Performs general laboratory functions including but not limited to equipment maintenance and restocking.
Presents results in internal and external research forums.
Writes manuscript and grants, as appropriate.
Seeks funding from NIH or Foundation sources, as appropriate.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.