Research Associate, CPNH

Zymtronix Catalytic Systems Inc; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed academic institution in the United States is seeking a Research Associate focused on Global Health Technologies related to nutrition and public health. This full-time position offers an opportunity to lead initiatives on point of care technologies and engage in research tasks, including data analysis and technology-based solutions. Candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant field and demonstrate strong research and communication skills. This position is eligible for benefits and may be extended based on performance.

Qualifications

• Track record of original first-author publications or conference proceedings.
• Expertise in lateral flow immunoassays and nucleic acid amplification techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio on point of care technologies.
• Develop manuscripts, reports, and grant proposals.
• Conduct data analysis and pipeline development.
• Create technology-based solutions for population health.

Skills

Quantitative research skills

Qualitative research skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

PhD in biomedical engineering, medicine, immunology or related field

Job description

Cornell University is seeking applications for a Research Associate in Global Health Technologies for Nutrition, Infection, Food Safety, Cancer, and Public Health. This is a one-year full-time benefits-eligible position that may be extended for up to four more years, depending on performance, continuation of funding, and continued eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Candidates will be expected to lead portfolio on point of care technologies and have expertise in lateral flow immunoassays, nucleic acid amplification techniques, and other related methods. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to work within Cornell Joan Klein Jacobs Center for Precision Nutrition and Health and PORTENT Center on:

• Manuscripts, reports, abstracts for conferences, grant proposals
• Data analysis and pipeline development
• Technology-based solutions for advancing population health

Eligibility

To be eligible, candidates must:

• Have received a PhD in biomedical engineering, medicine, immunology or a related science field.
• Be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Candidates should demonstrate quantitative/qualitative research skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work independently and with collaborators. A track record of original first-author publications or conference proceedings from doctoral work is desirable.

Application Materials

Applicants must submit: 1) a NIH Biosketch or curriculum vitae; 2) a cover letter describing the applicant's interest, research experience, and available start date; 3) the names and contact information of three professional references who will submit their letters directly through AJO.

Pay Range

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