Research Associate

NYU Langone Health

Position Summary

The Research Associate is responsible for conducting independent basic science experimentation under the mentorship of a senior scientist, with the goal of building a portfolio of research accomplishments for further academic pursuit.

Key Responsibilities

• Generates hypotheses and designs and performs experiments to test them.
• Executes multiple experiments simultaneously over time independently.
• Records all experimental findings in a laboratory notebook, analyzes and interprets experimental findings.
• Independently suggests and tests modifications to protocols based on results.
• Prepares figures and diagrams for presentations and publications.
• Communicates results and collaborates with other professionals in the lab.
• Demonstrates intellectual input into project design.
• Presents findings at lab meetings, responds to challenges, and participates in idea exchanges.
• Reads and understands relevant scientific literature.
• Contributes to the preparation and submission of articles on research outcomes.
• Participates in editing and proofing grant proposals, annual grant reports, and manuscripts.
• Trains graduate students and post-doctoral fellows in experimental design, technique, and performance.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and tracking of IRB submissions, modifications, renewals, and related study documentation.
• Support coordination of data use agreements, data access requests, and other research compliance documentation.
• Maintain study records, project files, and regulatory documents in an organized manner.
• Ensure adherence to institutional and data security requirements for research data access and use.
• Support project coordination across investigators, collaborators, and institutional offices.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• B.S. or B.A. in Biomedical or Physical Sciences.
• Minimum commitment of two years required; placement may not exceed three years.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.