Principal Investigator/Research Scientist at the Tisch MS Research Center of New York
- Employer
- Tisch Multiple Sclerosis Research Center of New York
- Location
- New York (Manhattan), New York
- Salary
- $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year + benefits
- Closing date
- Oct 30, 2024
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- Sector
- Independent Research Institute, Non-profit Institution / Non-governmental Org.
- Job Function
- Faculty Member, Group Leader (Research), Research Staff / Technical Director
- Research Area
- Cognition, Neural Excitability, Synapses, & Glia, Neurodegenerative Disorders & Injury
- Position Type
- Full Time
- Level
- Any Experience Level Considered
The Tisch Multiple Sclerosis Research Center of New York (Tisch MSRCNY) invites applications for a Principal Investigator position at the Research Associate or Assistant Research Scientist level, depending on experience. We are looking for a passionate scientist to lead an innovative research project focused on utilizing induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived 2D and 3D (organoid) models to explore glial and neuronal phenotypes associated with multiple sclerosis.
What We Offer:
- Fully Funded Position: This role is secured for three years, with the potential for extension.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside leading experts in the field and mentor research assistants.
- Cutting-Edge Research: Engage in groundbreaking studies at the intersection of basic and translational MS research.
Qualifications:
- PhD or MD/PhD with postdoctoral experience in biological sciences relevant to MS.
- Strong background in stem cell biology and brain organoid research preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to thrive in a collaborative research setting.
- Robust publication record demonstrating research excellence.
At Tisch MSRCNY, under the leadership of Dr. Saud A. Sadiq, MD, FAAN, we are dedicated to unraveling the causes of and finding a cure for multiple sclerosis. Our interdisciplinary approach fosters collaboration between scientists and clinicians, enhancing the advancement of clinical studies. Examples of our research can be viewed at the following posters presented on Oct 6 at 1pm Neuroscience 2024 in Chicago. Come visit us!
- PSTR105.03. Discordant EBV-specific immune responses in multiple sclerosis patients treated with anti-CD20
- PSTR105.07. Multiple sclerosis CSF recombinant antibodies show polyreactivity and binding to glial cell lines
- PSTR105.09. Role of antibody-mediated complement activation in primary progressive multiple sclerosis
- PSTR105.13. Establishing a novel CSF-mediated mouse model for MS patients with cerebellar disease
- PSTR105.19. Unraveling multiple sclerosis: insights from spinal cord organoid models
- PSTR108.01. Investigating disease mechanisms in sporadic ALS: role of low-density lipoprotein receptor and sortilin in CSF-mediated motor neuron degeneration
Compensation and Benefits: We offer a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package within a dynamic academic environment. This is a full-time, in-person position.
Application Process: To apply, please send your cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references. Kindly include "Principal Investigator Application" in the subject line.
Take the next step in your career and join us in making impactful contributions to the field of multiple sclerosis research!
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