Research Scholar

New York University • Brooklyn, NY

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About The Position

The de Lázaro Lab at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking a Research Scholar to support research developing and testing lipid nanoparticles that deliver mRNA to different organs and tissues. The lab is a multidisciplinary group of biomedical engineers, biotechnologists, and pharmacists, and is affiliated with NYU Tandon’s Department of Biomedical Engineering, the Institute for Engineering Health, the NanoBioX Initiative, and the Cardiovascular Research Center at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and NYU Langone Health.

The Research Scholar will work closely with a Postdoctoral Fellow who leads the lab’s Nanomedicine Sub-group. The position includes nanoparticle formulation and characterization, mRNA preparation and quality control, in vitro testing, assistance with mouse studies, and processing tissue samples for molecular biology and histological assays. The Research Scholar will also contribute to preliminary data for funding applications, maintain research records, train new lab members in established protocols, and present research progress at lab meetings.

The position is suitable for recent graduates, people seeking additional preparation for graduate or medical school, and individuals with industry experience. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. The annual base salary is $50,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Demonstrable prior laboratory experience.
• Self-motivated, driven, creative, and team-oriented approach.
• Ability to work efficiently in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in nanoparticle formulation, cell culture, and/or mouse handling is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and perform physicochemical characterization of lipid nanoparticles.
• Generate and conduct quality control of mRNA stocks.
• Conduct in vitro testing of LNP-mRNAs, including viability assays and evaluation of transfection efficiency and protein expression.
• Assist with in vivo studies in mice.
• Process tissue samples for molecular biology and histological assays.
• Support the principal investigator in generating preliminary data for funding applications.
• Maintain excellent research records, including an electronic lab book and appropriate data storage.
• Train new lab members in established research protocols.
• Regularly attend lab meetings and present research advances.

What This Job Offers

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