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RESEARCH ASSOCIATE/TECHNICIAN POSITION

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the research team led by Dr. Xingguo Cheng as a Research Associate or Technician in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at St. John’s University located in Queens, NY. This position is available immediately with a focus on a contract research project employing in vitro models and molecular biology techniques to investigate novel regulatory mechanisms of psychoactive drugs. The Research Associate/Technician will be expected to participate in study design, perform experiments, analyze data using appropriate statistical measures, and prepare reports to ensure the successful execution of the contract project.

QUALIFICATIONS

• The successful candidate must have demonstrated training and experience using in vitro cell culture systems.
• The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience in using molecular biology techniques to characterize gene and protein expression and their regulation. Techniques that are highly desired include, but not limit to, molecular cloning, recombinant plasmid engineering, western blotting, RT-qPCR, ChIP assays, vector-based luciferase reporter assays, and immunofluorescence staining.
• A degree of M. S. or above in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology/Toxicology or a closely related biomedical field.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Able to excel in a research environment consisting of summer interns, undergraduate and graduate students, the successful candidate is expected to demonstrate team player spirit and a willingness to collaborative with other members of the team.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Most of the required work will be performed in a wet lab setting. Data analysis and report preparation will be performed in a desk/office setting within or next to the lab.

APPLICATION AND INQUIRIES:

To apply, please follow the link below and include a cover letter, CV, and a list of three references (with a brief statement on their professional relationships to you) with professional contact information.

This position may be relocated to any of St. John’s University’s physical locations at any time.

St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events. 

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education. 

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Required Skills Required Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to create reports (spreadsheets and others). Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, customers and/or public groups.

MATHAMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply and interpret mathematical concepts.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; talk and hear. The employee is required to stand and walk. The employee will be required to perform keyboarding activities on a personal computer. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The position requires close vision ability to include lateral and vertical vision, depth perception, and ability to distinguish colors and ability to adjust focus.