Hackensack Meridian Health · 19 hours ago
Research Associate, Immunopathology of Mycobacteria Center for Discovery and Innovation- CDI
Nutley, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$63K/yr - $63K/yr
2+ years expHackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Research Associate for the Immunopathology of Mycobacteria at their Center for Discovery and Innovation. The role involves conducting research on Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Mycobacterium abscessus, focusing on host-pathogen interactions and developing novel therapeutic strategies.
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Responsibilities
Conducts research and/or laboratory specific tasks and experiments under direct supervision
Collects, analyzes, and interprets data
Creates reports from analysis of initial observations and conclusions
Presents findings to higher level staff
Reviews experimental protocols, design, and documentation
Handles moderately complex issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff
Participates in design and performance of research projects
Mentors students or research assistants
Publishes results in reputable peer-reviewed journals
Performs general laboratory functions including but not limited to equipment maintenance and restocking
Presents results in internal and external research forums
Writes manuscript and grants, as appropriate
Seeks funding from NIH or Foundation sources, as appropriate
Other duties and/or projects as assigned
Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior
Qualification
Required
Hold a M.D. or PhD Degree in a relevant science with a minimum of two years as a Postdoctoral research fellow, or a Master's Degree in a relevant science with a minimum of three years of related research experience
Minimum publication or in preparation of two articles as first author in high quality peer-reviewed scientific journals
Experience conducting and designing research projects
Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter
Demonstrated involvement in research program development, performance improvement, and research activities
Lab specific technical skills
Strong organization skills with attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms
Preferred
Experience working in a BSL2/BSL3 lab facility
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Paid leave
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement benefits
Company
Hackensack Meridian Health
Hackensack Meridian Health is a health care organization that offers research and medical services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$36.3MKey Investors
Baldrick's FoundationNational Institutes of Health
2023-11-21Grant
2023-02-24Grant· $3M
2019-05-10Grant· $33.3M
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Robert C. Garrett
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Allen
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