Technician – MCBS

Research Foundation Cuny; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

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Job summary

RFCUNY in New York invites applications for a Research Technician to support cardiovascular and metabolic biology projects in the Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences. You will conduct cell culture, molecular biology assays, and animal studies under supervision, maintaining records and contributing to manuscripts and grant proposals.

The position emphasizes teamwork, meticulous data handling, and adherence to safety protocols, with opportunities to train students and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, or a related field.
• Prior research or laboratory experience in molecular, cellular, or physiological techniques.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments under supervision, including cell culture, molecular biology assays, and biochemical analyses.
• Assist with animal studies, including surgeries, genotyping, sample collection, and physiological measurements.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and assist with data entry, analysis, and presentation.
• Prepare reagents, manage lab inventory, orders, and ensure proper maintenance of equipment and compliance with safety protocols.
• Contribute to the preparation of figures and materials for manuscripts, grant proposals, and presentations.
• Support the training of students and coordinate with other lab members to ensure efficient operation of research activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Biochemistry/Physiology or related field

Tools

PCR

Western blotting

Immunofluorescence

Calcium imaging

Job description

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY)! We are thrilled that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join our team.

Primary Location: CUNY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Bargaining Unit: No

The Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences (MCBS) invites applications for a Research Technician position to support ongoing projects in cardiovascular and metabolic biology.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team investigating mechanisms of cardiac and metabolic dysfunction, with particular focus on molecular pathways regulating calcium handling, mitochondrial function, and myocardial remodeling.

Perform laboratory experiments under supervision, including cell culture, molecular biology assays, and biochemical analyses.

Assist with animal studies, including surgeries, genotyping, sample collection, and physiological measurements.

Maintain detailed laboratory records and assist with data entry, analysis, and presentation.

Prepare reagents, manage lab inventory, orders, and ensure proper maintenance of equipment and compliance with safety protocols.

Contribute to the preparation of figures and materials for manuscripts, grant proposals, and presentations.

Support the training of students and coordinate with other lab members to ensure efficient operation of research activities.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, or a related field.
• Prior research or laboratory experience in molecular, cellular, or physiological techniques.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with rodent handling, surgical, and physiological procedures.
• Familiarity with molecular and cellular techniques including PCR, Western blotting, immunofluorescence, and calcium imaging.
• Strong interest in cardiovascular and metabolic research and willingness to learn new methods.
• Commitment to maintaining a collaborative and inclusive research environment.

Pay Range:

$65,000 - $69,600

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges. RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.