Associate Researcher I, Microbiology
Mount Sinai Health System
About the Role
The Associate Researcher I is a laboratory research position responsible for the independent conduct of routine and standardized experiments. This individual assists in the interpretation of research outcomes, performs assays to support research studies, and assists in the clerical and supply aspects of the laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform molecular cloning and serology assays to support ongoing research projects.
- Develop scripts and automated databases to track, manage, and process high-throughput serology samples for the Serocore across multiple research collaborations.
- Perform data management and analysis to support research activities and collaborative projects.
- Conduct in vivo animal experiments in support of ongoing research projects, following established laboratory protocols and procedures.
- Performs other related duties.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's or master's degree in science or related field required.
- No experience required.
- One year of research experience preferred.
Highly Preferred
- Experience with molecular cloning techniques and serological assays.
- Experience with data management, analysis, and programming or scripting languages.
- Experience developing or maintaining databases and automated workflows for processing research data.
- Experience conducting in vivo animal experiments.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage research data across multiple collaborative projects.