New York Medical College Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology is recruiting a Research Specialist to participate in research activities on pathogens, antimicrobials, genomics, and microbiome. Hands-on experience with qPCR, gene manipulation, genome and microbiome analysis, and high throughput library screens preferred. The ability to multitask, work collaboratively, manage data, draft reports, and communicate well are plus. Suitable candidates from other backgrounds are welcome and will have opportunities for multidisciplinary training in infectious disease research.
Responsibilities
Perform experiments related to qPCR, gene manipulation, genome and microbiome analysis, and high throughput library screens
Follow lab protocols, standards, and relevant guidelines
Manage laboratory inventory, instrumentation, and documentation
Summarize data, help draft reports and manuscripts, and present at meetings
Participate in training of research assistant and graduate students
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education requirement:
B.A. or B.S. or M.S. or equivalent degree.
Technical/computer Skills
Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Prior Experience
One-year relevant experience—preference given to candidates with a Master's degree or nearing completion of their doctoral degree.
Minimum Salary
USD $44,800.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary
USD $56,000.00/Yr.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Higher Education
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