Research Assistant I

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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status
Regular Full time

Work Shift
Day (United States of America)

Compensation Range
The base pay scale for this position is $22.53 - $34.27. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

JOB DESCRIPTION
The HSS Spine Development and Regeneration Lab aims to enhance clinical care through discovers from basic and translational research conducted in Dr. Dahia's Lab. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Assistant will help conduct experiments involving clinical samples and genetic mice, including pain behavior and imaging studies, cell, and molecular biology experiments including cryosectioning, immunostaining and fluorescence microscopy, RNA in situs, RNA isolation, qPCR, and high throughput sequence analysis, data processing and statistical analysis. This individual will be an integral member of the research team in compliance with all regulatory, institutional, and departmental requirements. The candidate will play an integral role in day-to-day research activities in the lab and will be responsible of maintaining proper detailed laboratory records, data, databases and report timely to the Principal Investigator.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Scientific background required. Outstanding record of academic achievement and research experience. 0-2

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Proven record of leadership through extracurricular activities or work. Ability to work collaboratively and effectively on a team with people at all levels of an organization. Excellent organization skills (ability to manage several concurrent tasks). Superior oral and written communications skills.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs). Examples: Nurses, LPNs, and Physical Therapists.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Indoor area with frequent exposure Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians.

HAZARDS OSHA
~Category 1 Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.

POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ability to work with pre-clinical rodent model is must.
• Ability to learn and conduct cell and molecular biology experiments
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Technical proficiency and ability to work independently.
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Express willingness to teach others and share results.
• Capable of working in a team.
• Capable of meeting time demands necessary to execute experiments.

EDUCATION REQUIRED
Bachelors

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CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE REQUIRED

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SKILLS REQUIRED

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Non-Discrimination Policy
Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.