Research Scientist

About This Role

This research scientist position facilitates an NIH-funded study investigating micro- and nanoplastic (MNP) particle accumulation in mammalian tissues, in collaboration with Rutgers and Columbia Universities. The role involves overseeing the third aim of the project, focusing on MNP accumulation in human samples, and offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in MNP particle analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the third aim of the project, investigating MNP accumulation in human samples
• Harvest, measure, cut, and store tissues and excretions at autopsy for transport to the NYU Center for Biospecimen Research & Development (CBRD)
• Prepare containers for specimen collection
• Oversee activities in the autopsy lab
• Assist with dissection of some autopsy samples and transportation of specimens to CBRD
• Report any related supply issues
• Meet with the Principal Investigator(s) weekly to discuss project progress and logistical issues
• Coordinate with external laboratories for specimen delivery
• Prepare labeled specimen containers for the next anticipated autopsy
• Be available for autopsies when they occur (this process takes several hours and occurs at relatively short notice)
• Assist with dissection of collected samples to retrieve specific anatomic structures of interest and of appropriate size and weight for analysis
• Assist with processing equipment and preparing it for the next anticipated autopsy
• Coordinate and confirm sample transport to external universities
• Participate in weekly meetings with the Principal Investigator and bi-weekly meetings with all co-investigators on the project
• Maintain ongoing communication with the data team at Columbia University to determine project needs for ongoing sample collection
• Participate in manuscript preparation and additional related grant applications depending on the level of interest
• Present research findings externally
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Flexibility due to the unscheduled nature of autopsy lab activity
• Ongoing continuing education in all areas of research development
• Proof of ongoing research education on a yearly basis

Benefits

• Training programs provided through the SOM
• Opportunity to co-author related manuscripts

About the Company

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools and an integral part of NYU Langone Health. For 175 years, it has trained thousands of physicians and scientists. The Grossman School of Medicine is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. NYU Langone Health strives to be a place where its exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive, embracing inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.