Research Associate

NYU Langone Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Generous time-off

Employee wellness program

Job summary

NYU Grossman School of Medicine in New York seeks a Research Associate to perform independent basic science experiments under senior mentorship. You will build a portfolio of research achievements while preparing for advanced study in biomedical research or medicine.

The role emphasizes training, data interpretation, and collaboration, with opportunities to contribute to publications and grant materials. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• College graduate with a B.S. or B.A. in Biomedical or Physical Sciences.
• Commitment of two years minimum; placement may not exceed three years.

Responsibilities

• Train graduate students and post-doctoral fellows in experimental design and technique.
• Generate hypotheses and design experiments to test them.
• Conduct multiple experiments independently over time and record results.
• Prepare figures and diagrams for presentations and publications.
• Communicate results and collaborate with lab members.
• Contribute to development of grant proposals and manuscripts.

Skills

Independent researcher

Data analysis

Communication

Mentoring

Education

B.S./B.A. in Biomedical or Physical Sciences

Tools

CRISPR-based experiments

iPSC culture

Molecular biology assays

Job description

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health , the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
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Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Research Associate.

In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for conducting independent basic science experimentation based on research conducted in the assigned laboratory under the mentorship of a senior scientist. Individual is expected to seek to build a portfolio of research accomplishments in preparation for acquiring a higher degree in biomedical research or medicine.

Job Responsibilities:

• After a period of time working in the laboratory, the candidate will be expected to train graduate students and post-doctoral fellows in experimental design, technique and performance.
• Generates hypotheses and designs and performs experiments to test them.
• Executes multiple experiments simultaneously over time independently.
• Records all experimental findings in a laboratory notebook, analyze and interpret experimental findings.
• Based on results, independently suggests and tests modifications to protocols.
• Prepares figures and diagrams for presentations and publications.
• Communicates results and collaborates with other professionals in the lab.
• Demonstrates a significant level of intellectual input into the design of the project.
• Presents findings at lab meeting, responds to challenges, and participates in exchanges of ideas to advance the science.
• Reads and understands relevant scientific literature.
• Contributes to the preparation of articles on research outcomes and progress and to the submission of same for publication.
• Participates in the editing and proofing of grant proposals, annual grant reports, and manuscripts for publication and recommends modifications to the Principal Investigator.

Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:

Assist with mammalian and human iPSC culture and neuronal differentiations.
Perform molecular and cellular biology assays.
Assist with CRISPR-based experiments, microscopy, and data collection.
Maintain accurate experimental records and laboratory organization.
Participate in laboratory meetings and collaborative research.
With experience, take ownership of defined experiments or projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify you must have a College graduate with a B.S. or B.A. in Biomedical or Physical Sciences. A minimum commitment of two years is required and placement in position may not exceed three years.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in biology, neuroscience, genetics, biochemistry, biotechnology, biomedical engineering, or a related field.
Prior research exposure through coursework, an internship, thesis, research assistantship, or employment.
Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and reliability.
Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new techniques.
Prior experience with mammalian cell culture, iPSCs, molecular biology, microscopy, genetics, genomics, or neuroscience is helpful but not required.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $47,033.90 - $55,650.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.