Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Overview:
At New York Blood Center, one of the most comprehensive blood centers in the world, our focus is on cultivating excellence by merging cutting-edge innovation with diligent customer service, groundbreaking research, and comprehensive program and service development.Join us as we work towards meeting and exceeding the growing needs of our diverse communities, further our lifesaving strategic goals in a rapidly changing environment, and expand our impact on the local, national, and global communities we serve.
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for supporting a scientific team conducting research in inflammasome biology using biochemical, cellular, structural, and in vivo approaches.
The person would be responsible for conducting independent research, developing and implementing technical protocols, analyzing data, presenting their findings to the laboratory and helping to maintain the laboratory.- Writing peer-review articles and submission of the manuscripts for publication in scientific journals.
- Develop a good working relationship with other members of the lab team.
- Lead junior research assistants/technicians/students.
- Acquiring a thorough understanding of the present scientific literature relating to the research in the laboratory.
- Presenting research findings to other members of the laboratory/seminar/conference/symposium.
Qualifications:
Education:
- PhD
Experience:
- Cloning, protein purification, cell culture, mouse work, microscopy, Genome-wide CRISPR screening (preferred)
Skills & Abilities:
- Experience handling animals (mice) is essential but not mandatory
- Molecular biology techniques including RT-PCR analysis, ELISA, western blotting
- Knowledge of flow cytometry
- Cell-based assays including microscopy and high resolution-imaging.
- Strong attention to detail in all work processes.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization and customers in a helpful, courteous and friendly manner while demonstrating sensitivity to and respect for diverse populations.
- Ability to work in a strong team environment.
- Ability to plan and organize job tasks or resources in an efficient manner.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
- Ability to identify complex problems in a timely manner, decipher information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
For applicants who will perform this position in New York City or Westchester County, the proposed annual salary is $81,008.00p/year to $91,532.00p/year. For applicants who will perform this position outside of New York City or Westchester County, salary will reflect local market rates and be commensurate with the applicant’s skills, job-related knowledge, and experience.
Additional $20K housing allowance in addition to base salary.
Unless otherwise specified, all posted opportunities are located in the New York or Greater Tri-State office locations