Associate Researcher I- Pharmacological Sciences (Dr. Goosens Lab)

We seek a talented and motivated Research Associate I to assist in conducting a new NIH‑funded study at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai examining the role of ghrelin in stress‑induced changes in decision‑making. The Research Associate is an entry or mid‑level researcher, responsible for conducting rodent research studies under the supervision of Dr. Ki Goosens and other lab members in the Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology at Mount Sinai. The individual will conduct studies in mice. Primary responsibilities will include running experiments, collecting and processing tissues and blood samples, running ELISA, immunostaining, and confocal imaging. The individual will also organize and analyze data, help prepare research articles for publication, order reagents, perform tasks to maintain lab safety, and arrange data to meet archiving requirements. The individual will also present data in lab meetings, department retreats, and, potentially, at scientific conferences. Experience performing mouse behavioral assays, immunohistochemistry in brain sections, and collecting blood samples is preferred. Experience with small animal surgery and rodent handling is required. Candidates must be comfortable interacting with people, work well in a team, and have an interest in the neurobiology of stress. Candidates should also be organized, able to troubleshoot or problem‑solve, capable of meeting deadlines, and interested in actively contributing to a fast‑paced, dynamic project. The majority of the individual’s time and effort will be allocated to conducting the funded study as described above, but the individual may also assist with other ongoing lab projects as needed. The position provides an excellent opportunity for training, with likely authorship on papers and abstracts, and can serve as a stepping stone to graduate school or medical school, but it could also provide a long‑term opportunity to work as a laboratory scientist. Candidates who can make at least two full years of commitment to this project are required. Responsibilities Conduct research in mouse models of stress including: collection of blood and other samples, small animal surgery, behavioral testing of rodents, processing samples for ELISA or immunostaining Collect, analyze and interpret data; present data Maintain source documents, samples, and subject files in accordance with Mount Sinai policies and procedures. Ensure accurate, confidential and complete compilation of data. Secure and ship specimens if required by the protocol Perform other related duties including supporting efforts in grant preparation and journal article publication Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in science or related field required One year of research experience preferred (no experience required) Experience performing mouse behavioral assays, immunohistochemistry in brain sections, and collecting blood samples is preferred Experience with small animal surgery and rodent handling is required Comfortable interacting with people, work well in a team, and have an interest in the neurobiology of stress Organized, able to troubleshoot or problem‑solve, capable of meeting deadlines, and interested in actively contributing to a fast‑paced, dynamic project Commitment to at least two full years of the project 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 Salary range: $58,661 - $80,211.02 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 Morningside