Research Scientist (PI: Dr. Halil Aydin)

The Aydin Lab in the Department of Molecular Pathobiology at New York University College of Dentistry (New York, NY) seeks a Research Scientist who will investigate the mechanisms governing thylakoid membrane biogenesis in cyanobacteria. The lab uses a combination of physiology, biochemistry, structural biology tools, and molecular and functional imaging techniques. The qualified candidate will also utilize state-of-the-art electron cryo-tomography (cryo-ET) and computational approaches to study the atomic-scale details of membrane-associated processes.

In addition, the candidate will engage in bacterial culturing, including maintaining cell lines, growing adherent and suspension cells, and working with various cyanobacterial strains. This position requires excellent communication, high-quality recordkeeping, and the ability to analyze data. The successful individual will earn opportunities to disseminate research with authorship credit. This position will also maintain general lab functions and assist with training new lab members.

In compliance with NYCs Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000. 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 Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Biophysics or related fields. Strong laboratory and analytical skills, ability to follow protocol, effective written and oral communication, and efficient time management are essential. Experience with bacteriology, wet bench lab skills including genetic manipulation of bacteria, molecular biology, structural cell biology, and biophysics and a scientific knowledge or an interest in membrane biology and molecular mechanisms of cellular dynamics are highly desirable.