New York, NY, 10176, USA
16 days ago
Postdoctoral Fellow-MSH
**Job Description** **_Roles & Responsibilities:_** Dr. Sahoo’s laboratory studies epitranscriptomic- andexosomes-mediated mechanisms in pathologies and therapeutics of the heart. The projects involve a broad array of advanced techniques in exosomes and epitranscriptome biology, including MeRIP sequencing, confocal, super-resolution and electron microscopy, small non-coding RNAs, stable-isotope-labeling mass spectrometry, in vitro and in vivo imaging, live imaging of exosomes, microfluidics isolation, bionanotechnology, systems genetics and small and large animal models of heart failure to address scientific questions in innovative ways. Position Description: The position is for specialized research professionals who, under the direction of Dr. Sahoo, will provide direct professional support of all research activities in the laboratory. The positions involve familiarity with processing human, swine and rodent tissue specimens, maintaining an up to date database, managing several laboratory activities and working with other members of the team to guide and provide necessary support as needed. The responsibilities also include maintaining laboratory protocols, safety compliance, grant writing, training new employees, and overall laboratory management. Roles and Responsibilities: Specialized laboratory technique requirements for the project: Cell and tissue culture, Imaging, flow cytometry, histology of the heart, echocardiography, MTT assay to assess metabolic activity, Western blot, PCR, RNA sequencing and data analysis, exosomes isolation, m6A assays, MeRIP sequencing, data anlysis, bioinformatics, cross linking, RNA_protein interactions and other molecular biology techniques. Other significant laboratory techniques specific for the project: ELISA, genotyping, transduction, transfection, bacterial transformation, cell proliferation assay, microbial culture, transfection, AAV transduction, miniprep and maxiprep, AAV isolation and purification, IVIS imaging, proficiency in q-PCR, RT-PCR, RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, DNA/RNA gels, quantification, western blot, immunocytochemistry, fluorescence microscope, agarose gel electrophoresis, spectrophotometer, Animal Handling: Mice handling, intraperitonial injection, Tissue processing, bone marrow extraction to derive dendritic cells, T-Cell isolation from PBMC by using MACS. **_Requirements:_** We are looking for candidates with an MS/PhD degree with several years of research experience in a laboratory setting in molecular biology, cell culture and animal handling. **Qualifications** . **Responsibilities** . **About Us** **Strength through Unity and Inclusion** The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. 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We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization. **Compensation Statement** Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $72500 - $80000 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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