33 junior research scientist jobs found in New York, NY

Description Junior Research Scientist (Part-Time) NYU Dentistry Department of Epidemiology and Health Promotion We are looking for a part- time, experienced, bilingual (Spanish/English) Researcher to join our team. This position will assist in managing organization of a 4-year NIH-funded study designed to examine factors related to dental care utilization among pregnant women. This project will be conducted at Bellevue Hospital and at the NYU College of Dentistry. The incumbent will: schedule and perform standardized dental examinations coordinate people and processes to ensure that this research project meets specific protocol milestones in a timely manner. measure progress using appropriate systems, tools and techniques and manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs, and budgeting. assist in the planning and development of study procedures and will support the program by establishing and maintaining a collaborative relationship...

Description Junior Research Scientist (Full-Time) The laboratory of David N. Levy, PhD, within the New York University College of Dentistry Department of Molecular Pathobiology, has an exciting opportunity for a research assistant. The ideal candidate will have experience in the fields of molecular biology, virology, and / or immunology. The laboratory is looking for an individual with the skills needed to conduct experiments examining the replication and molecular biology of HIV.  Experience in primary cell isolation and tissue culture as well as molecular biology techniques is required. A considerable amount of responsibility will be assigned to the person holding this position. Please note, working with infectious HIV and patient samples is a job requirement. Dr. David N. Levy's faculty webpage can be accessed by clicking on the link below. http://dental.nyu.edu/faculty/ft/dnl2.html In compliance with...

Description NYU Dentistry Department of Molecular Pathobiology Junior Research Scientist (Partridge Lab) Part-Time New York University College of Dentistry is seeking a part-time Junior Research Scientist to work on Dr. Nicola C. Partridge's newly funded NIH grant. The incumbent will be required to perform or assist with the following: Mouse facility duties; weaning, ear-tagging, tail samples and genotyping, intraperitoneal injections, euthanasia and harvesting tissues Histology; tissue decalcification, embedding, sectioning of paraffin or OCT blocks, staining and immunohistochemistry Histomorphometry; embedding, sectioning of plastic-embedded samples, staining (Toluidine Blue, Masson's trichrome, TRAP), analysis by BioQuant software Other duties as assigned The laboratory seeks individuals who are self-motivated, organized, and enjoy working in a diverse team along with desires to pursue their own ideas in a very...

Description The laboratory of David A. Scicchitano in the Division of Science at New York University, located in New York, seeks to recruit a junior research scientist to work on the mechanisms underlying genome maintenance, particularly in response to agents that damage DNA. DNA damage within the transcription unit of a gene has profound effects on the quality and quantity of transcripts when the region is expressed. The location of DNA damage also influences its repair. This position will examine the effect of DNA damage on transcription and other cellular processes while investigating the cellular pathways that remove it. The current approaches include the use of site-specifically modified DNA to assess the effect of DNA damage on the quality and quantity of RNA produced when the lesion is present in an actively expressed gene. Applicants should be highly motivated. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of some of the following: recombinant DNA, molecular...

Description NYU Dentistry Department of Molecular Pathobiology Junior Research Scientist (Khanna Lab) Part-Time New York University College of Dentistry is seeking a part-time Junior Research Scientist to work in Dr. May Khanna’s laboratories in the Department of Molecular Pathobiology at New York University College of Dentistry. The candidate will focus on biochemical work with a major focus on RNA. Their responsibilities will include aseptic RNA and DNA extraction from cell cultures, mainly mammalian cells, RNA purification/depletion, high throughput RNA sequencing, and RNA/DNA screening and analysis. Specifically, their work will be to analyze TDP-43 from an RNA perspective.  Additional responsibilities will also include regular upkeep of the lab as well as adherence to safety protocols. The laboratory seeks individuals who are self-motivated, organized, and enjoy working in a diverse team along with desires to pursue their...

Description The NYU Stern Marketing Department seeks a highly skilled and motivated individual for a full-time Junior Research Scientist position for a period of one year (with possibility of renewal). The Junior Research Scientist will work primarily with Professor Joshua Lewis at NYU Stern’s Marketing Department. The research projects are focused on judgment and decision making in contexts of large consequence for people’s wellbeing, designed to inform the effective altruism movement. A research agenda for this endeavor is here. At least 90% of time will be spent on research with the remaining time spent on other assigned responsibilities.  The topics include: Judgments and decisions about catastrophic risk from climate, artificial intelligence, pandemics, etc. (existential risk) Biases that prevent choosing the most effective options for improving wellbeing (effective altruism) Decisions...

Description Junior / Assistant / Associate Research Scientist New York University College of Dentistry is seeking a full-time Junior and/or Assistant and/or Associate Research Scientist to work in Dr. May Khanna’s laboratory n the Department of Molecular Pathobiology at New York University College of Dentistry. They will work on projects that involve protein-protein, protein-RNA and RNA interactions with small molecules. They will assist the principal investigator’s research by writing SOPs for all the purification of the proteins and RNA. They will also need to write up the purification protocols for grant applications. They will also learn techniques in protein expression and purification, RNA transcription and purification. They will need to have some skills in basic biophysical techniques such as Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR). The research scientist will need to understand protein structure and how to define structure using NMR, such...

Description Junior / Assistant / Associate Research Scientist Full-time The laboratory of Professor Xin Li, located within the NYU Dentistry Department of Molecular Pathobiology has an exciting opportunity for a Junior / Assistant / Associate Research Scientist. The laboratory is highly focused on studying succinate signaling in health and diseases. Previous work and unpublished data from the group has suggested a central role of succinate signaling via its receptor as well as an intermediate metabolite in the interplay among microbiota, metabolism and host immune response in oral cavity, gut, bone marrow and brain in pathological conditions such as aging and diabetes. The laboratory utilizes multiple approaches involving cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, histology in conjunction with transgenic and surgical interventions in mice. We are seeking creative and highly motivated individuals who wants to work in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary...

Description Junior / Assistant Scientists (Full-Time) NYU Dentistry Department of Molecular Pathobiology Two (2) positions are available for full-time research assistants to join the laboratory of Dr. Kara Margolis, studying the biology of the enteric nervous system (ENS) and the role of the gut in brain-gut axis disorders. The candidates will work closely with lab members in the design and implementation of experiments that use mouse genetic models to investigate the role of ENS development in gastrointestinal function, motility, inflammatory bowel disease and mood and behavioral disorders as well as disorders of gut-brain interactions. The laboratory is housed within the Pain Research Center at New York University, a vibrant, highly collaborative scientific community comprised of a team of eight established Principal Investigators (and actively recruiting) who are experts in diverse fields with a common interest in cell signaling and the study of...

Description Junior / Assistant / Associate Research Scientist Full-time The Thomsen Laboratory of Molecular Pathobiology at New York University seeks to recruit a highly-motivated Junior/Assistant/Associate Research Scientist. The position involves assisting in the development and characterization of a new class of pharmacological compounds that targets G-protein coupled receptors. Previous research experience with pharmacological characterization of compounds/receptor constructs using cell-based assays is desired. In addition, the ideal candidate should be familiar with basic molecular and cell biological techniques. The candidate will receive training, a competitive research experience, and will benefit from a highly diverse and inclusive atmosphere in a world-class scientific environment. Principal Responsibilities Include: General lab management, including preparing and ordering reagents, maintaining laboratory inventories and equipment....

Description Junior / Assistant / Associate Research Scientist Full-time The Thomsen Laboratory of Molecular Pathobiology at New York University seeks to recruit a highly-motivated Junior/Assistant/Associate Research Scientist. The position involves assisting in the development and characterization of a new class of pharmacological compounds that targets G-protein coupled receptors. Previous research experience with pharmacological characterization of compounds/receptor constructs using cell-based assays is desired. In addition, the ideal candidate should be familiar with basic molecular and cell biological techniques. The candidate will receive training, a competitive research experience, and will benefit from a highly diverse and inclusive atmosphere in a world-class scientific environment. Principal Responsibilities Include: General lab management, including preparing and ordering reagents, maintaining laboratory inventories and equipment....

Description Seeking Expression of Interest from junior scientists with expertise in physical oceanography, data-driven methods, and high-resolution numerical modeling. This opportunity is for a postdoctoral position at New York University, supervised by Shafer Smith (Professor of Mathematics and Atmosphere Ocean Science at the Courant Institute).   The postdoc will join a small multi-institutional team that includes Ryan Abernathey (professor of Earth And Environmental Science at Columbia University), Spencer Jones (professor of Oceanography at Texas A&M University), and Dhruv Balwada (research scientist at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory), conducting research as part of the NASA Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) Science Team.  The SWOT mission, launching in December 2022, will provide new swath-based altimetric observations of sea surface height. The overall goal of our project is to develop new data-driven methods, leveraging...

Description The Department of Radiation Oncology and Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York, NY has an opening for post-doctoral fellow in the laboratory of physician-scientist, Dr. Catherine Spina to start immediately.  The position requires interest and expertise in immunology and/or immuno-oncology. Specifically, we are seeking candidates experienced in experimental immunology, pre-clinical tumor models, and single-cell analytic approaches including flow cytometry, quantitative multiplex immunofluorescence, single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNASeq). Our laboratory stands at the interface of academia and industry including highly collaborative projects with leading academic oncologists, translational, and basic scientists, as well as industry partners. The role offers the opportunity to gain experience in both environments to prepare the successful candidate for a role in either academia or industry.  We are seeking a candidate to...

Description The Associate Research Scientist responsibilities will be to study the structure-function of ion channels in the eye and their associated human diseases.  The candidate will be expected to independently carry out research projects, submit and present abstracts at meetings, maintain, and organize project documentation and records.  Additional responsibilities include: Perform the research required by the faculty supervisor Will design, organize, and conduct highly specialized and advanced experiments. Compiling research data and enter in database Review literature and analyze data Attend research seminars and research new articles at Principal Investigator’s request. Communicate ideas and results with Principal Investigator Oversee team’s junior members. Qualifications Ph.D. in biology, electrophysiology, structural biology or relevant areas. At least 5 years of postdoctoral research...

Description Assistant Research Scientist (Full-Time) NYU Dentistry Translational Research Center The Assistant Research Scientist (Senior Clinical Research Coordinator) will serve as the main point of contact to the principal investigator, study sponsor and IRB for multiple research studies. Candidate will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of research-related tests and procedures, including but not limited to, project implementation and start-up, development of CRFs, recruitment strategies, IRB submissions, informed consent process, collecting clinical research data and maintaining accurate regulatory binders and other study records for quality assurance. The candidate will also serve as the main point of contact and project manager for multi-site studies. Candidate will conduct quality management audits for various studies at the NYU College of Dentistry. Primary point of contact for research studies Responsible for preparing and...

Description A Postdoctoral Associate or more senior position is available in the Center of Quantum Information Physics under the direction of Professor Javad Shabani in the Department of Physics at New York University. The successful candidate will participate in the research activities of the lab with graduate and undergraduate students as well as other postdoctoral researchers.  This opportunity provides a transition to career independence through the development of professional skills; supervision by a senior scientist incorporating an individual development plan in support of training goals and those of faculty mentor; and publication of research findings/scholarship during postdoc appointment period. This project attempts to make hybrid superconductor-semiconductor devices with emphasis on Silicon to create circuits that could provide a solution for crygenic devices. Silicon-based Josephson junctions provide a new platform for tunable novel qubits...

Description New York University’s Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development invites applications for a  tenure-track Assistant Professor position  in the Applied Psychology Department. Description : Successful applicants will join a group of scholars - community, counseling, developmental, and social/political psychologists - to investigate how historical and structural inequities disproportionately a) affect wellbeing, mental and physical health, development, education, access to resources, and life opportunities for Black, Latinx, Indigenous, migrant and other marginalized communities; b) how they impact settings, organizations and institutions that serve diverse communities; c) how these, in turn, shape outcomes for youth, families, and communities; and how the narratives, ideologies and systems that maintain these disparities and inequities d) are resisted and challenged by marginalized communities; e) can be disrupted by...

Description The Division of Social Science at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is inviting applications from political scientists specializing in political theory for a tenure-track or tenured position in the Political Science program. We will consider applicants with a research agenda in analytical or comparative political theory or global political thought and ability to teach a wide range of introductory and advanced courses in these areas. All candidates should demonstrate important contributions to their area of research. This position features a standard teaching load of three courses per year. About NYU Abu Dhabi Established in partnership between New York University (NYU) and the emirate of Abu Dhabi, over the last decade, NYUAD has assembled a remarkable community of scholars, students, researchers, artists, inventors, and others who have contributed to the growth of the UAE’s capital as a global hub of knowledge and culture while...

Description Post Doctoral Associates NYU Dentistry Department of Molecular Pathobiology The laboratory of Dr. Kara Margolis, in the Department of Molecular Pathobiology at New York University, is seeking four (4) postdoctoral candidates to study the roles of enteric nervous system and intestinal epithelial cell development and function in gut physiology, inflammatory conditions (e.g., Inflammatory bowel diseases), gut motility disorders, mood disorders, visceral pain, neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., Autism spectrum disorders) and disorders of gut­ brain interactions. Our research is highly translational and includes extensive work with transgenic mouse models and novel approaches towards drug development. The successful candidates will join a vibrant and highly collaborative team of senior and junior PhD, MD and DDS scientists focused on gut-brain interaction and disorders of mood and pain. We are committed to fostering a culture of teamwork and the...

Description Postdoctoral Associate(s) (Full-Time) Department of Molecular Pathobiology and NYU Pain Research Center The Department of Molecular Pathobiology of New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry and the NYU Pain Research Center seek to recruit outstanding post-doctoral fellows interested in studying the mechanisms of pain and neurogenic inflammation. Projects are available in areas of the structure and function of G protein-coupled receptors and receptor tyrosine kinases, compartmentalized signaling of receptors, neurophysiological and behavioral studies of pain, development of nanomedicine-based approaches to treat chronic pain, and translational studies of human nociceptors. Individuals with expertise in molecular pharmacology, cell signaling, and assessment of nociception are encouraged to apply. We seek to recruit early career investigators who are passionate about science and discovery, who will develop and lead new projects, and who...