Associate Researcher I, Cardiac Development

Mount Sinai Health Systems; New York; On-site; USD 59,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dubois Laboratory at Mount Sinai (Icahn School of Medicine) seeks an Associate Researcher I to contribute to cardiovascular development and disease research. Work spans pluripotent stem cell models, mouse genetics, and imaging to understand heart formation and function in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Ideal candidates thrive both independently and as part of a team, developing a broad technical skill set and contributing to publications and grant work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in science or related field required.
• No experience required; one year of research experience preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with mammalian tissue culture techniques is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with basic cell and molecular biology methods (PCR, gel electrophoresis, Western blotting, immunostaining).
• Experience with mouse husbandry, colony management, and genotyping is desirable.
• Prior exposure to developmental biology or cardiac biology is encouraged.
• Experience with confocal microscopy or other imaging modalities is advantageous.
• Familiarity with flow cytometry/FACS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammalian cell culture, including maintenance of pluripotent stem cell lines and differentiated cardiac cell types.
• Assist with mouse colony management, husbandry, and genotyping.
• Conduct standard molecular biology techniques including PCR, cloning, Western blotting, immunofluorescence, and qRT‑PCR.
• Assist with tissue dissection, histology, and immunostaining on embryonic and adult cardiac tissue.
• Maintain detailed and organized laboratory records and experimental documentation.
• Contribute to the preparation of figures, protocols, and other materials supporting publications and grant applications.
• Participate actively in laboratory meetings and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Assist with general laboratory operations including ordering supplies and maintaining equipment.
• Performs other related duties.

Skills

Mammalian tissue culture

PCR

Western blotting

Immunostaining

Genotyping

Mouse husbandry

Confocal microscopy

Flow cytometry

Developmental biology

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in science

Job description

The Dubois Laboratory at Mount Sinai (Icahn School of Medicine) seeks an Associate Researcher I to contribute to cardiovascular development and disease research. Work spans pluripotent stem cell models, mouse genetics, and imaging to understand heart formation and function in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Ideal candidates thrive both independently and as part of a team, developing a broad technical skill set and contributing to publications and grant work.