Hybrid Research Assistant I bei New York Blood Center Inc

Founded in 1964, New York Blood Center (NYBC) has served the tri-state area for more than 60 years, delivering 500,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 150+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. NYBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biopharmaceutical organizations. NYBCe’s Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. NYBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit nybc.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

This position is will primarily be responsible for performing experiments aimed at generation of induced pluripotent stem cells for the NYBC iPSC bank .and  advanced complex research activities to complete science-based projects. This role will work independently to design, plan and develop new methods and technologies for project advancement.

• Initiate and complete tissue culturing protocols with reproducibility and sterile technique.
• Perform primary tissue processing and purification of blood cells.
• Assist with execution and image acquisition of immunofluorescent microscopy.
• Isolation of mRNA and quantification using RT-qPCR techniques.
• Perform animal husbandry tasks including genotyping, tagging, and injections.
• Perform of various ancillary experiments involved in projects as needed.
• Maintain accurate records for individual experiments and project evolvement.
• Maintain records for ordering and inventory of supplies
• Maintain documentation for Standard Operating Procedures as developed by the iPSC bank.

Education:

• BS or higher in molecular cell biology, biochemistry or related field, or higher.

Experience:

• Minimum 0–2-year advanced experience in a research or clinical lab. Experience handling primary samples, tissue culture and using microscopes is required.

Knowledge:

• Advanced knowledge of basic and complex scientific and laboratory techniques.
• Knowledge of computer programs including all Microsoft applications, Prism, biostatistics analyses, programs specific to instruments as needed.

Skills & Abilities: 

• Ability to work independently and exercise discretion and judgement.
• Ability to design experimental protocols and modify them based on outcomes.
• Ability to perform highly complex research activities and perform advanced scientific techniques.
• Ability to summarize the experimental outcomes (including writing reports) and plan future experiments.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle a variety of issues and situations.  Position requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of staff up to and including executive leadership.

For applicants who will perform this position in New York City or Westchester County, the proposed annual salary is $45,000.00p/yr. For applicants who will perform this position outside of New York City or Westchester County, salary will reflect local market rates and be commensurate with the applicant’s skills, job-related knowledge, and experience.