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Teaching and Research Fellow

Job Locations US-NY-Flushing
ID
2025-12478
College
TUNY - Lander College for Men
Position Type
Full-Time
Schedule Shift
Varies
Hours Per Week
36.5
Travel
None
Category
Research
FLSA Status
Exempt
Location : Country
US

Overview

A full-time laboratory research position with teaching opportunities is open in the Department of Biology at the Touro University, Lander College for Men in Queens NY. This unique opportunity involves independent bench research in the laboratory of Dr. Yakov Peter and the possibility for undergraduate teaching and instruction. Our laboratory is interested in molecular and cellular patterns of stem cell differentiation and tissue regeneration in health and disease.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent laboratory research.
  • Design, analyze, visualize, and interpret experimental data using molecular and cellular biology techniques.
  • Help draft, revise, and publish scientific manuscripts in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals.
  • Contribute to undergraduate education, by assisting with laboratory instruction, mentoring students, and participating in departmental teaching initiatives.
  • Collaborate with faculty and research staff to support the broader goals of the Biology Department.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology or related fields required.
  • A postdoctoral, doctoral (Ph.D.) or Masters (M.Sc.) degree with 3+ years experience in tissue culture, genetic, biochemical, and/or immunological techniques preferred.
  • Preference will be given to applicants with teaching experience or interest in acquiring teaching skills.

Maximum Salary

USD $58,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $46,400.00/Yr.

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Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

  • Full range of Health Plans
    • Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
    • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
    • Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
  • Dependent Care and Transit Programs
  • Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance  
  • Short-term and Long-term disability programs 
  • Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
  • Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
  • Generous Paid Time Off
    • Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
    • Annual Holiday Schedule


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