New York, NY, US
21 days ago
Research Associate
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Research Associate Job Locations US-NY-New York ID 2024-10771 College TUNY - College of Pharmacy Position Type Full-Time Schedule Shift Monday-Thursday 9AM-5:30PM, Friday 9AM-3PM Hours Per Week 36.5 Travel None Category Research FLSA Status Non-Exempt Overview

Touro College of Pharmacy seeks a Research Associate. This position is for an individual who has a background in pharmacy, chemistry, biology, or pharmaceutical sciences and is interested in providing comprehensive support for pharmacy laboratory courses and faculty-sponsored research projects.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Pursue individual research project as directed by the PI.Maintain cell culture and conduct cell-based assays.Carry out experiments related to recombinant protein expression and purification and molecular biology techniques such as western blots, promoter-reporter assays, protein-protein interactions, site-directed mutagenesis.Learn advanced experimental design and be responsible for intellectual commitment to position and relevant literature.Maintain a detailed notebook of protocols and research activities.Participate in lab meetings and work closely with all members of the lab.Assist in the TCOP’s pharmaceutics teaching laboratories with a focus on non-sterile and sterile compounding.Should be able to work independently and proficient in maintaining and procuring inventories of chemicals, reagents and consumables for research and teaching purposes; routine maintenance of all laboratory instruments; and ensuring appropriate disposal of materials to be discarded.Keep an inventory of chemicals, reagents, and consumables; maintain all laboratory instruments, and MSDS sheets.Prepare the lab materials used by the students in the compounding lab; keep an inventory; A thorough knowledge of appropriate disposal methods is a must.Prepare the compounding lab for each session; ensure that the laboratory is organized and clean, and that each student has all the materials and glassware required for each laboratory session.Assist instructors during laboratory sessions and upkeep in the Model Pharmacy.Ensure that laboratories are neat at the end of the laboratory session; glassware and instruments are clean and ready for the next session.Make copies of manuals and distribute them to the students.Organize and maintain the research lab; assist professors and students engaged in research projects.Ensure that equipment is properly cleaned and maintained, and that chemicals, drugs and other materials are appropriately stored.Ensure that all health, safety and regulatory procedures and policies are understood and followed correctly.Perform other activities as requested by the Chair or the Dean. Qualifications

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in pharmacy, biochemistry/biology or a related field required.At least one year of previous molecular and cell biology lab experience is highly preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Computer proficiency (in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoints etc.) is expected.A high degree of interpersonal competency: professionalism, diplomacy, judgement and discretion required.Demonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty, and colleagues required.Familiarity with molecular biological techniques and with cell culture is helpful. Experience as a pharmacy technician and/or preparing sterile/intravenous products is a plus.Familiarity in running day-to-day activities in a biochemistry/cell biology lab is highly desirable. Maximum Salary USD $53,569.00/Yr. Minimum Salary USD $42,855.00/Yr. Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed

Touro University 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) Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children Employee Assistance Program Early-Release Fridays (upon approval) Generous Paid Time Off Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday Annual Holiday Schedule

All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.

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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