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The Di Gregorio Lab in the Department of Molecular Pathobiology at New York University College of Dentistry (New York, NY) seeks a part-time Junior Research Scientist who will investigate notochord development in the tunicate Ciona. The qualified candidate will assist with the identification of candidate regulatory DNA regions, cloning, and in vivo testing of their regulatory ability in transgenic embryos. This position requires excellent communication and teamwork skills, high quality recordkeeping, and the ability to collect and analyze data. The successful individual will earn opportunities to disseminate research with authorship credit, will contribute to general lab operation and assist with training new lab members. In compliance with NYCu2019s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is $20.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer. We seek a highly motivated researcher who holds a Bacheloru2019s degree in Biology or related fields. Strong laboratory and analytical skills, ability to follow experimental protocols, effective written and oral communication, and efficient time management are essential. Experience with cloning, PCR, bacterial transformation, plasmid DNA purification, fundamental molecular biology methods, transgenic embryos generation and microscopy are highly preferred. Interested candidates should apply with a CV, complete contact information for three references, and a short cover letter via the Interfolio link. For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. Sustainability Statement NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability