Laboratory Research Associate — Early‑Career Scientist

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Sinai Health System seeks an Associate Researcher to perform routine and standardized experiments under supervision, contributing to the interpretation of results and supporting general lab operations. This entry-level role involves data collection, analysis, and assistance with preparation of materials for publication, as well as maintaining laboratory inventory and documentation.

Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in science or a related field and 0–2 years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field preferred, or combination of relevant research experience and education
• 0-2 years of research/laboratory experience

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, conducts routine and standardized experiments using appropriate research techniques specific to subject matter of the research project.
• Analyzes and assists in interpreting laboratory results.
• Performs assays to support research studies.
• Maintains laboratory environment and assists in the upkeep of appropriate inventory; may include ordering of supplies.
• Logs and tests samples; prepares and submits laboratory materials and specimens for shipment.
• Assists in the collection, analysis and review of experimental data for publication and presentation.
• Performs other related duties.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

RNA extractions

RT-PCR

ELISAs

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or related field

Job description

The Mount Sinai Health System seeks an Associate Researcher to perform routine and standardized experiments under supervision, contributing to the interpretation of results and supporting general lab operations. This entry-level role involves data collection, analysis, and assistance with preparation of materials for publication, as well as maintaining laboratory inventory and documentation.

Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in science or a related field and 0–2 years of