Associate Scientist (Dr Brito's Lab) - Neurosciences

Description The Associate Scientist is experienced in the conduct of research involving the understanding of human diseases and improvement of human health. May assist in the operation of the clinical laboratory. Engages in clinical investigation or other research, production, technical writing, and related activities, and may mentor less senior scientist and Associate Researcher staff. Responsibilities Conducts research to develop methodologies, instrumentation and procedures for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings. Designs and conducts complex clinical research studies requiring the determination and evaluation of alternative methods, computational modeling, diagnosis and treatment. Plans and directs studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease. May assist in clinical laboratory operations. Follows strict safety procedures when handling materials to avoid contamination. Teaches principles of medicine and medical and laboratory procedures to physicians, residents, students, and research staff. Confers with health departments, industry personnel, physicians, and others to develop health safety standards and public health improvement programs. Develops treatments and designs research tools and techniques. Explores subject area and defines scope and selection of problems for investigation through conceptually related studies. Develops hypotheses to be tested and methodology for evaluating results. Examines the results of clinical trials and adjusts the dosage levels to reduce negative side effects or to induce better results. Communicates research results to the scientific community via published papers. Develops new proposals for research and obtain support for new and/ or continuing research activities. Makes recommendations that have a major impact on extensive scientific research activities. Performs other related duties. Qualifications Ph.D. in Biological Science or related field Three years' experience Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization. Compensation The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $58661 - $98978.78 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mount Sinai Medical Center