Postdoctoral Fellow-MSH-32076-153

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,222 - 82,161; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical center in New York is seeking a researcher to lead independent projects in immunology, design synthetic constructs, and train junior lab members. Ideal candidates will have a PhD in Immunology, experience with cell culture, and a strong background in data analysis. This role offers competitive salary and benefits in a collaborative research environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology or a related field.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and viral transduction.
• Ability to analyze immune cell populations using flow cytometry.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent research projects in immunology.
• Design and engineer synthetic constructs for immune cell control.
• Conduct in vivo experiments to evaluate bioengineered constructs.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Data analysis and interpretation

Protein biochemistry

Flow cytometry

Microscopy techniques

Training and mentoring

Education

PhD in Immunology or related field

Tools

Confocal microscopy

ELISA

Job description

Overview

Salary: Per UAW starting salary effective 7/1/25 $74,692

Department: 866 – Department of Immunology and Immunotherapy

Location: Icahn Building 12th floor-1425 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10029

Laboratory website: louai.labanieh@ Mount Sinai? remove

Responsibilities

• Lead independent research projects, including hypothesis development, experimental design, execution, and data interpretation.
• Design and engineer novel synthetic constructs to precisely control immune cell function.
• Analyze, visualize, and interpret data.
• Document and maintain raw data, analyzed data, constructs, and protocols in an organized manner and share them with others when needed.
• Engage in regular meetings with the Principal Investigator for project updates, scientific discussions, and career mentorship.
• Present research findings at scientific conferences and contribute to the publication of manuscripts and grant proposals.
• Train and mentor junior lab members.
• Assist in maintaining lab functions.
• Perform mammalian cell culture, viral transduction, and molecular cloning.
• Apply and develop methods in protein biochemistry.
• Utilize advanced microscopy techniques, including confocal microscopy.
• Conduct functional assays to assess immune cell activity (e.g., cytotoxicity assays, proliferation assays, ELISA).
• Perform in vivo experiments in mouse models to evaluate the safety and efficacy of bioengineered constructs and investigate underlying biological mechanisms.
• Analyze immune cell populations by flow cytometry, RNA-seq, and ATAC-seq.
• Collaborate effectively with members of the research team.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and adhere to project deadlines.
• Maintain strict adherence to laboratory safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

The Labanieh Lab is affiliated with the Department of Immunology and Immunotherapy, the Icahn Genomics Institute (IGI), and the Precision Immunology Institute (PrIISM). We are part of a collaborative community of bold thinkers with world renowned expertise in basic sciences and cutting-edge clinical care. The department is supported by state-of-the-art technology cores. We are located in the Icahn Building in the Upper East Side in Manhattan, one block from Central Park. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMM) is an international leader in medical and scientific training, biomedical research, and patient care. It is the medical school for the Mount Sinai Health System, which includes seven hospital campuses, and has more than 5,000 faculty and nearly 2,000 students, residents and fellows.

In addition to submitting an application through the Mount Sinai careers site, candidates are encouraged to send the following directly to Dr. Labanieh via email: [e-mail]

• Cover letter (indicating earliest and preferred start dates)
• Updated Curriculum Vitae or Biosketch
• Brief statement of research interests (≤300 words)
• Contact information for three references

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the ISMMS and the Sinai Postdoctoral Organizing Committee - UAW.

Wages and benefits: See Article 5 and 13 of the collective bargaining agreement. The agreement is available online.

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Mount Sinai Health System is committed to diversity and equal opportunity

Employer Description

Strength through Unity and Inclusion

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.