The Huang Lab at NYU’s Department of Biology is looking for a highly motivated and independent individual to work as a Laboratory Associate to provide assistance in multiple ongoing research projects for investigating the DNA binding specificities of transcription factors that aim to understand development and improve stress resilience in plants.This position is for a trainee preparing for a research path. It will provide development of technical skills; supervision by senior scientists incorporating individual development plan in support of training goals and those of faculty mentor; and possible publication of research findings during appointment period.Responsibilities include performing genetics, cell and molecular biology experiments to investigate the transcriptional regulatory networks for bZIP and SPL family of transcription factors; conducting DNA affinity purification sequencing (DAP-seq) experiments in Arabidopsis and crop species; growing plants and tissue cultures; and preparing figures and manuscripts for publication.Projects in the Huang lab uses high-throughput sequencing methods to identify genome-wide targets of transcription factors and applies machine learning techniques to build predictive models of transcription factor target specificities. For more information about our past and ongoing work, visit our lab website at huanglab.rbind.io.In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $56,000-$58,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer.The ideal candidate will have a BS or MS in Biology or a related field with course work in plant molecular biology, genetics, biotechnology and biostatistics. At least 2 years of research experience in a plant biology laboratory in plant care and propagation, DNA extraction, PCR, western blotting and gene cloning are required. Being able to work a flexible schedule based on research needs and deadlines is a plus.Please upload your application materials via Interfolio. Include the following items: 1) CV including a list of publications; 2) a short summary of your present and future research interests; 3) a list of three references and their contact information.For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdprNYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.Sustainability Statement NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
