Job Information
The Research Foundation SUNY Downstate Research Scientist in Brooklyn, New York
Research Scientist
ANNOUNCEMENT OF
PROFESSIONAL
VACANCY
Applications are invited for consideration to the following position
Department:
Medicine
Budget Title:
Research Scientist
Salary Range:
(Based Upon Experience)$60,000.00 - $77,000.00
Descriptive Title:Research Scientist
Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm, 37.5 hours per week.
Vacancy
24-8
Description of Duties:
Our lipid metabolism team is looking for a experienced researcher to join. We conduct research bench work on lipid-related molecular mechanisms of pulmonary disease. The scientist in this position will work on the following duties and responsibilities: -Designs and conducts experiments in existing models of disease. -Develops new disease models, protocols and approaches for expanding the lines of research. -Stays current with the literature in the field. -Interprets data in the context of the literature and prepares manuscripts. -Trains new members in specific research techniques.
Qualifications:
REQUIRED: PhD in the biomedical field and a minimum of 3 years of postdoctoral experience in the areas of lipid metabolism, cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, or molecular basis of lipid-related diseases. Ability to work with autonomy and to develop new protocols. A masters degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant lab experience will be considered too. Experience with in vivo and in vitro models of disease and therapeutic options. Proficiency with biochemistry and cell biology techniques, and in Microsoft Office and GraphPad Prism. Willingness to learn new techniques, including computational ones. PREFERRED: Experience using electronic lab books. Practical knowledge of immunohistochemistry and confocal and electron microscopy. Experience in analyzing -omics data. Knowledge of R programming.
Persons interested should mail their resume and a letter of introduction
Additional Information:Interested candidates should submit thir resume, letter of introduction, most relevant 2-3 publications, and the contact information of 2-3 references to: Itsaso.Garcia-Arcos@downstate.edu
Closing Date for Receipt of Applications: 07/03/24
The Research Foundation is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, age, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, genetic characteristics/genetic information, pregnancy-related conditions, reproductive health decisions, prior arrest or conviction records, or any other trait protected by federal, state, or local law.
