Research Scientist 4 – Nathan S. Kline Research Instiitute, Center for Deme

at  Mental Health Office of

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description • Isolation and characterization of mitovesicles from brain tissue, and their analysis nanotrack analysis, Western blotting, fluorescent activated sorting, immunolabeling for confocal microscopy, and electron microscopy.• Coordination with collaborators for proteomic studies of extracellular vesicles as well as the impact of mitovesicles on LTP.• For cell culture, the individual will prepare and analyze primary neuronal and astrocytic cultures.• The individual will work closely with other members of the laboratory, performing experiments, analyzing data, and writing manuscripts.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Minimum: Bachelor’s degree and five years of professional research experience in an appropriate field or master’s degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of experience, or Ph.D. in an appropriate field may substitute for an additional year of experience. Preferred: NKI Center for Dementia Research (CDR)• Ability to conduct multichannel EEG in rodents in animal models of epilepsy and Alzheimer’s disease• Ability to use software such as Matlab, Office, Excel, Powerpoint, Statistical programs and Reference libraries• Ability to maintain EEG equipment• Be experienced in writing manuscripts for publication, and prepare presentations as well as NIH grants
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including: • NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance• Access to tuition assistance programs• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave• NYS Retirement programsBackground checks will be required.Additional Comments: . This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $3,400.#LI-DNI
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