Research Associate- per diem

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Research Associate – per diem. 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. The individual is expected to seek to build a portfolio of research accomplishments in preparation for acquiring a higher degree in biomedical research or medicine.

• 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.
• Generate hypotheses and design and perform experiments to test them.
• Execute multiple experiments simultaneously over time independently.
• Record all experimental findings in a laboratory notebook, analyze and interpret experimental findings.
• Based on results, independently suggest and test modifications to protocols.
• Prepare figures and diagrams for presentations and publications.
• Communicate results and collaborate with other professionals in the lab.
• Demonstrate a significant level of intellectual input into the design of the project.
• Present findings at lab meetings, respond to challenges, and participate in exchanges of ideas to advance the science.
• Read and understand relevant scientific literature.
• Contribute to the preparation of articles on research outcomes and progress and to the submission of the same for publication.
• Participate in the editing and proofing of grant proposals, annual grant reports, and manuscripts for publication and recommend modifications to the Principal Investigator.

• Collect, review, and transfer MRI data in children.
• Assist with preparing children and caregiver for MRI.
• Collect anthropometric data.
• Collect and process biospecimens.
• Collect data using biosensors.
• Collect survey data.
• Communicate with colleagues and report on data collected.
• Interact with study families in a professional, kind, and non‑judgmental manner at all times.

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 the position may not exceed three years.

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. Applications must be completed online.

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 $25.84 – $28.00 per hour. Actual salaries depend on experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The listed range does not include bonuses, incentives, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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