Post Baccalaureate Researcher

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Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $50,000.00 - $76,250.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

JOB DESCRIPTION

Exciting opportunities exist for a Research Assistant (RA) or Post-Baccalaureate Scholar position in Dr. Lionel Ivashkiv’s research laboratory at the Hospital for Special Surgery and Weill Cornell Medical College. The RA or PostBac Scholar will participate in basic and translational research projects studying the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis using cutting edge immunology and genomic techniques and preclinical models. We are interested in mechanisms of activation and training of innate immune cells and their bone marrow progenitors, understanding what causes flares of disease, and discovering new therapeutic targets. Please see https://youtu.be/n1pArAb4ee8?list=PLDps2oOp60a78kr54hKFol5rJl0l_We0b and

https://www.hss.edu/physicians_ivashkiv-lionel.asp

These positions provide opportunities to develop independent projects and obtain training and experience to prepare for graduate or medical school, present research at conferences, and write manuscripts. Positions are available beginning in July, 2025. Previous laboratory research experience is required and a two year commitment is preferred.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
0-1 years previous laboratory research experience is required (recent college graduates can apply) and a two year commitment is preferred.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

-      Bachelor's Degree in Molecular or Cell Biology, Immunology or related fields  

-      Experience in relevant laboratory research.

-      Strong organizational and communication skills.

-      Self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Standard academic laboratory conditions involving molecular biology and cell culture experiments.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Located in an indoor area with no exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians.

HAZARDS OSHA
Category 1 Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.

POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Performs laboratory experiments under the supervision of a postdoctoral fellow
• Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Organizes and presents data to the Lab Director and at weekly lab meetings/
• Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Carefully maintains a record of experiments performed and a laboratory notebook.
• Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Assists with laboratory chores such as ordering and stocking supplies.
• Maintains Documentation & Manages Information - Contributes to preparation of manuscripts.

EDUCATION REQUIRED
Bachelors

EDUCATION PREFERRED
Bachelors in Cell or Molecular Biology or Immunology

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE REQUIRED
none

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE PREFERRED
none

SKILLS REQUIRED
Basic cell and molecular biology lab techniques.

SKILLS PREFERRED
Knowledge of Immunology a plus.

Non-Discrimination Policy
Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.