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About Fordham
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program ( EAP ); tuition remission; and generous time off.
Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Title of Position Research Associate
Position Number PN1035
FLSA
Scheduled Hours Per Week 35
Department Biological Sciences
Campus Rose Hill
Work Arrangement Onsite
Hybrid Policy: Please review the Hybrid Policy here.
Position Summary
The Research Associate participates in ongoing laboratory research projects, performing and assisting in experiments on the cellular-molecular mechanisms of RPE–photoreceptor interactions.
Essential Functions
• Participates in ongoing laboratory research projects, performing and assisting in experiments on the cellular-molecular mechanisms of RPE–photoreceptor interactions.
• Oversees animal experimentation.
• Works under direct supervision of principal investigator.
• Assists in tutoring undergraduate students performing laboratory work.
Essential Functions Note This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Management Responsibilities Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others.
Additional Functions
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
• BS in biology or related field required
• Up to 3 years of experience
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
• Prior experience in retinal biology research and small rodent handling and husbandry
Preferred Qualifications
• MS or PHD
Minimum Starting Salary $46,000
Maximum Starting Salary $60,000
Qualifications
Note Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
Is this a Union position? No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number A544P
Number of Vacancies 1
Start Date ASAP
Posting Date 06/26/2024
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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