Path 1 Kawader Research Assistant Magzoub Research Group NYU Abu Dhabi

New York University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious lab at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks a highly motivated research assistant to engage in groundbreaking research on neurodegenerative disorders. Candidates will work on individualized projects under experienced faculty supervision and should possess a degree in a relevant field, along with experience in neuroscience and cell culture.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a BSc or MSc in a relevant field.
• Experience in neuroscience and/or protein misfolding diseases is preferred.
• Mammalian cell culture experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Work on individualized research projects supervised by faculty.
• Develop novel inhibitors of pathogenic protein self-assembly.

Skills

Interest in neuroscience

Interest in molecular medicine

Experience in neuroscience

Experience in protein misfolding diseases

Experience in mammalian cell culture

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in relevant field

Job description

A research assistant position is available in the Magzoub lab at NYU Abu Dhabi. The research will focus on developing novel inhibitors of pathogenic protein self-assembly implicated in neurodegenerative disorders (e.g., Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases).

NYU Abu Dhabi offers a stimulating research environment led by a distinguished research community and supported by state-of-the-art research facilities.

The terms of employment are very competitive. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit in PDF format: a cover letter summarizing research experience and specifying interests in this position; a curriculum vitae (including a full list of publications); a statement of research interests; and the names and contact details for two references.

The candidate will also work on individualized research projects under the supervision of the faculty during the duration of his/her tenure.

This position is supervised by Prof. Mazin Magzoub

• We are looking for highly motivated candidates with an interest in working in the areas of neuroscience and molecular medicine and hold a Bachelor or Master of Science (BSc or MSc) in a relevant field.
• The ideal candidate will have experience in neuroscience and/or protein misfolding diseases.
• Experience in mammalian cell culture is highly desired.