Research Associate - Littman Lab

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Research Associate. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for conducting independent basic science experimentation based on research conducted in the assigned laboratory under the mentorship of a senior scientist. Individual is expected to seek to build a portfolio of research accomplishments in preparation for acquiring a higher degree in biomedical research or medicine.

Requirements

• College graduate with a B.S. or B.A. in Biomedical or Physical Sciences.
• A minimum commitment of two years is required and placement in position may not exceed three years.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in life science, preferably with courses in molecular and cell biology and immunology
• Prior experience working in a hands-on research lab
• Prior mouse handling experience a plus (breeding, weaning and maintaining lines, tail DNA prep, genotyping)
• Understanding of basic molecular and cellular biology techniques
• Tissue culture of mammalian cells and molecular cloning skills preferred
• Passion for science and continuous education, actively seeks opportunities to increase skills and expertise
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and computer skills
• Able to work both independently and as a team member while engaged in collaborative studies
• Able to learn complex tasks with instruction, and to use experience to perform a variety of new techniques

Responsibilities

• After a period of time working in the laboratory, the candidate will be expected to train graduate students and post-doctoral fellows in experimental design, technique and performance.
• Generates hypotheses and designs and performs experiments to test them.
• Executes multiple experiments simultaneously over time independently.
• Records all experimental findings in a laboratory notebook, analyze and interpret experimental findings.
• Based on results, independently suggests and tests modifications to protocols.
• Prepares figures and diagrams for presentations and publications.
• Communicates results and collaborates with other professionals in the lab.
• Demonstrates a significant level of intellectual input into the design of the project.
• Presents findings at lab meeting, responds to challenges, and participates in exchanges of ideas to advance the science.
• Reads and understands relevant scientific literature.
• Contributes to the preparation of articles on research outcomes and progress and to the submission of same for publication.
• Participates in the editing and proofing of grant proposals, annual grant reports, and manuscripts for publication and recommends modifications to the Principal Investigator.

Benefits

• financial security benefits
• a generous time-off program
• employee resources groups for peer support
• holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree