Post Doctoral Associate in role of cancer-nerve interactions

Location: New York
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Published: 2 days ago

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The New York University Translational Research Center has Postdoctoral position available to investigate the role of cancer-nerve interactions in cancer or cancer-associated pain. Individuals with minimal experience but demonstrate passion to the research area and quick-learning ability are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

  1. Perform experiments independently as well as under guidance; recording, analyzing and formatting experimental data
  2. Independently prepare experimental reports and manuscripts, exhibit excellent writing skills.
  3. Assist in Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and Institutional Biological Committee (IBC) amendment
  4. Mentoring students and provide training/orientation to new lab members if needed
  5. Order and catalog supplies, and reagents, maintain chemical and tissue sample inventory.
  6. Maintain cleanliness of work area and adhere to quality and safety standards; ensure disposal of hazardous and infectious materials; adhere to infection control procedures.

Specifically, we are looking for motivated team members that are highly skilled in one or more of the following areas:

  1. Electrophysiology (whole-cell, slice recordings, etc).
  2. Knowledge and expertise in mitochondrial biology (transmission electron microscopy, seahorse assays, other mitochondrial functional assays).
  3. Mechanobiology techniques (atomic force microscopy, optical tweezers, rheometry, compression tests, etc.)
  4. In vivo two-photon imaging.
  5. Other skills that are preferred but not required include: in vivo behavioral (pain, sensory/motor) testing, cell/tissue culture, IHC/IF, calcium imaging, in situ hybridization, ELISA, flow cytometry.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $62,500 – $65,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

Minimal education: PhD in neuroscience/biology/biomedical engineering related field. Profound knowledge in pain, mechanobiology, cancer biology, or mitochondrial biology is highly desired.

Required Experience:

Proficient in computer skills; experienced with various laboratory procedures and protocol amendment; an ability to use a variety of laboratory equipment; experience working with animals; good writing and communication skills.

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates must apply through Interfolio.  Applicants must submit: 1) Cover letter / Letter of Interest; 2) Curriculum Vitae; and 3) Names and contact information of at least three professional references. To access the application, please click the “Apply Now” button located on the right.

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