Overview

　　The Laboratory Assistant at New York Medical College (NYMC) will be an integral member of the laboratory environment supporting medical research in important areas of focus including cancer, cardiovascular disease, infectious diseases, kidney disease, the neurosciences, disaster medicine, and vaccine development. This position may involve various responsibilities including but not limited to assisting with the design and performance of experiments, documenting results, maintaining laboratory equipment and stock, and ensuring laboratory organization. The level of independence and supervision may vary based on the lab’s focus, the candidate’s experience, ability to multitask among other factors. The specific duties for the lab environment are highlighted below.

　　The Bisserier Laboratory at New York Medical College in Valhalla, NY, is currently seeking a Full-time Laboratory Assistant. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with an interest in cellular and molecular biology. As a Laboratory Assistant, they will various laboratory techniques, including cell culture using human pulmonary vascular cells, pharmacological treatments, proliferation/apoptosis assays, immunoblotting, qRT-PCR, staining, in-vivo models of the disease, and various bioinformatic tools to analyze new data. The ideal candidate should excel in a collaborative team environment while also demonstrating strong self-motivation and determination.

　　Responsibilities

　　Assist the principal investigator with experimental design, execution, data collection, and interpretation

　　Assist with laboratory staff training and oversee students performing procedures and experiments

　　Maintain laboratory records and inventory for long-term sample storage

　　Responsible for ordering supplies and day-to-day lab budgeting

　　Ensure compliance with laboratory safety guidelines

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　Qualifications

　　Education Requirement:

　　Master's degree in the field of Life Sciences or related field, preferred.

　　Other skills/requirements:

　　Highly motivated, skilled, and dynamic individual.

　　Good organization skills and ability to handle multiple projects.

　　Good oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

　　Aptitude for quick learning and multi-tasking is critical

　　Previous experience with mammalian cell culture, aseptic techniques, and other laboratory techniques will be appreciated, but not required.

　　Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

　　Knowledge of standard concepts, good laboratory practices, and procedures.

　　Minimum Salary

　　USD $29,200.00/Yr.

　　Maximum Salary

　　USD $36,400.00/Yr.

　　New York Medical College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees* which includes:

　　Full range of Health Plans

　　Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)

　　Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

　　Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan

　　Dependent Care and Transit Programs

　　Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance

　　Short-term and Long-term disability programs

　　Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)

　　New York Medical College Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children

　　Legal plan

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Early-Release Fridays (October - March)

　　Generous Paid Time Off

　　Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave

　　Annual Holiday Schedule

　　*Members of the 1199 SEIU and 32BJ unions may participate in some of NYMC’s voluntary benefits, but they participate in separate Health and Welfare benefit programs.

　　New York Medical College (NYMC), a member of Touro University, is a health sciences College whose purpose is to educate clinical and public health professionals as well as researchers, to conduct biomedical and population-based research. Through its faculty and affiliated partners, the College engenders a diverse and inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of excellence, scholarship and professionalism.

　　Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

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　　Job LocationsUS-NY-Valhalla

　　Requisition ID 2024-10443

　　Position Type Full-Time

　　Schedule Shift 1

　　Hours Per Week 35

　　Travel 10%

　　Category Research

　　FLSA Status Non-Exempt