Research Scientist V
About The Position
The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene is seeking a qualified, full-time candidate for Research Scientist V position. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an innovative, externally funded research program in translational neuroscience; contribute to graduate and medical education; mentor trainees; and participate in departmental and institutional service. Research areas of interest include human induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived disease models, organoids, tissue patterning, live imaging, spatial or single-cell approaches, mechanobiology, and developmental signaling, along with state-of-the-art approaches to innovative targeted genetic manipulation and screening. 100% FTE.
Requirements
- Master's degree and (6) years of professional research experience in an appropriate field or Ph.D. in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of experience.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrable evidence of a highly established track record of innovative research productivity and funding.
Responsibilities
- Oversee an ambitious and innovative research program in translational neuroscience and precision psychiatry to advance the understanding of psychiatric illness pathophysiology and therapeutic development.
- Design, optimize, and implement protocols for culturing, maintaining, and differentiating human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) into 3D brain organoid models.
- Perform CRISPR/Cas9-based genome editing to generate and validate novel iPSC reporter lines or disease models.
- Secure extramural funding by writing and submitting competitive research grants (e.g., NIH R01 or equivalent).
- Publish findings in high-impact peer-reviewed scientific journals and present data at national and international conferences.
- Provide technical expertise, consultation, and collaborative support to other faculty investigators and research groups utilizing stem cell models.
- Train graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and laboratory technicians in advanced iPSC and 3D organoid culture techniques.
- Contribute to graduate and/or medical student teaching in fields like neuroscience, stem cell biology, or regenerative medicine.
- Actively mentor undergraduate, graduate, and medical trainees in laboratory research.
- Participate in departmental meetings, faculty committees, and academic peer review.
Benefits
- Excellent Benefits Package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
