Research Associate, Immune Cell Dynamics and Function

Biohub • New York, NY

2d • $71,000 - $113,300 • Onsite

About The Position

Biohub is leading the new era of AI-powered biology to cure or prevent disease through its 501c3 medical research organization, with the support of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative.
The Team
The Parsa lab or Laboratory of Immune Cell Dynamics and Function, focuses on investigating the cellular dynamics of T cells, exploring how T cell fate decisions are made and how these decisions impact their functions in different disease contexts. Using a combination of genetically engineered mice, disease models, and single cell technologies, we aim to uncover the principles governing T cell fate and their functional roles across tissues. More information can be found at http://parsalab.org.
The Opportunity
The Parsa Group is seeking outstanding, highly motivated scientists to join the Parsa lab as a Research Associate. Successful candidates will start their scientific training while contributing to an innovative, rigorous, and collaborative research program aligned with the Biohub mission. Applicants should have a background in a field relevant to immunology.
Responsibilities include managing mice, processing mouse tissues, and analysis of immune cells by flow cytometry, and cell-based assays and technologies. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about experimental immunology and cell-based assays and thrives in a team-oriented, explorative environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in immunology, cell biology, molecular biology or a related field.
• 6 months+ experience working with mice.
• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry techniques (antibody staining, compensation, flowjo)
• Experience with in vitro cell stimulation assays and functional readouts.
• Familiarity in immunological assays and analysis
• Confidence in hands on animal handling.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in executing multi-step experimental workflows.
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team-based research environments.
• Enthusiasm for immunology research.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with other postdoctoral fellows in the lab
• Design and execute complex spectral flow cytometry experiments, including multi-parameter panel optimization and data acquisition.
• Maintain mouse colonies and work with mice.
• Support organization and supply orders
• Set up and optimize in vitro cell stimulation assays and functional immunological readouts.
• Establish and maintain primary cell culture systems and immortalized cell lines for immunological studies.
• Develop and implement standardized protocols for cell-based assays, including viability assessment, proliferation assays, and cytokine measurements.
• Maintain detailed documentation of protocols, experimental conditions, and results
• Interacts with the PI and lab members to discuss and evaluate results

Benefits

• Provides a generous employer match on employee 401(k) contributions to support planning for the future.
• Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice.
• Funding for select family-forming benefits.
• Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level