Associate Research Scientist

New York University Medical Center

Postdoctoral and/or Associate Research Scientist positions are available at New York University School of Medicine. Qualified applicants holding a PhD and/or MD will investigate the role of growth factors and cytokines in lysosomal storage diseases, autoimmune diseases, and inflammatory and/or musculoskeletal disorders. Please send electronic copies of your cover letter, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Chuanju Liu at Chuanju.Liu@nyumc.org.

Responsibilities include collaborating with Principal Investigator (PI) and working independently within the scientific framework of the PIs laboratory.

In detail job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, :

Initiates, interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates research assignments.Formulates and conducts research on problems of considerable scope and complexity.

Ensures timely and accurate completion of research projects.

May provide students with technical guidance and direction in the operation of various sample preparation techniques, extraction lines, and equipment as well as general laboratory practices and safety protocols.

May seek grant funding from external sources in support of their independent research projects with consent of the PI and the Department Chair. May participate in writing grant proposals.May be responsible research/lab quality control and compliance.May develop protocol for the collection and quality of research data.May make significant contributions to scientific papers.May coordinate the activity and experimental design between various labs, scientific staff, and collaborators. Identifies and resolves technical problems.Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify you must have a PhD in a related discipline and 0-2 years experience. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

Substantial experience and established a record of publications is preferred.

NYU Langone Medical Center is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.