Research Fellow
Manhattan, NY

Scientific Search’s client is seeking a Research Fellow for their immune regulation laboratory. This position is responsible for conducting independent research, developing and implementing technical protocols, analyzing data, presenting their findings to the laboratory and helping to maintain the laboratory.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing and performing independent research under the direction of lab Principle Investigator (P.I.)
• Performing cell culture, flow cytometry analysis and data analysis.
• Processing human samples and isolating various immune cell subsets from peripheral blood.
• Processing murine blood and tissue samples.
• Managing mouse colonies, including genotyping
• Summarize experimental data timely and assist in drafting figures, results, and methods for publication under the direction of the PI.
• Managing laboratory resources, ordering reagents and other lab supplies as needed.
• Lead junior research assistants/technicians/students.
• Makes recommendations for improvements on organizational processes and practices.
• Participates in professional development by attending conferences and seminars and is an active participant in national and international organizations.
• Any related duties as assigned.

Experience:
Must have hands-on experience with human cell culture and basic molecular biology laboratory techniques. Prior experience with human primary immune cell culture, complex flow cytometry analysis and cell-based assays including sterile techniques. Experience handling animals (mice) is essential. Good laboratory technique, team-work skill, oral/written communication skill are required. Strong attention to detail in all work processes.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Superior analytical, trouble-shooting, and multi-tasking skills are essential. 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 resource 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. Any combination of education, training and experience that has supplied the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to perform the essential functions of the job.

Qualifications:

• A doctorate degree (Ph.D. or M.D.) in Immunology, Medicine, Cellular Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field is required.
• Mice handling experience
• Candidates with a track record of publication are required.

Salary range is $75-80k

For immediate consideration, send current resume to Will Corbin;
will@scientificsearch.com & reference Job #17215

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