Biomedical Research Assistant
At Rockefeller University, bioscience is what we do. It's all we do. Our exclusive focus is on uncovering the processes that underlie life. How cells work. How genes are controlled. What makes us sick, and what keeps us healthy. The research underway in our labs today is leading to the breakthroughs that will transform medicine tomorrow.
A place of both quiet contemplation and intense scientific energy, our unique campus is the backdrop to a culture that values both independence and collaboration. Discoveries made this year by Rockefeller scientists will someday lead to new medicines and help us conquer infectious diseases, cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and many other afflictions. Each represents a step toward a future in which people live longer, healthier lives.
Being a Research Assistant (RA) is an excellent stepping stone to medical school, graduate school, and other careers in the health sciences. Our RAs are more confident, qualified, and prepared for their futures in research and medicine!
Job description
We are currently hiring graduating seniors for 1-2 year biomedical research assistant positions to work closely with senior scientists and participate in challenging, complex, and dynamic research projects.
As a Rockefeller research assistant, you will:
- Conduct cutting-edge biomedical research
- Interact with senior scientists who are committed to your mentorship
- Learn advanced lab techniques and build strong analytical skills
- Present your work at lab meetings, journal clubs, and conferences
- Attend a rich program of scientific meetings, lectures, and special events
- Be a more confident, directed, and competitive applicant for graduate/medical school
- Enjoy excellent compensation and benefits, including tuition reimbursement and free MCAT/GRE prep courses
- Unspoken luxuries also include our intimate community, extreme prestige (number of Nobel prizes and laureates on-campus), incredible funding and core facilities, and the perks – free beer at our Faculty Club, state-of-the-art gym facility, river view, living in NYC!
After two years, research assistants go on to the top Ph.D., M.D., and M.D./Ph.D. programs, while some choose to continue as a third-year researcher to learn more.
When you apply, we learn about your goals, educational background, research experience, and scientific interests to find you a position you'll thrive in.
Requirements: Bachelor's in science and a passion for research required. Will consider a Master's degree. Previous laboratory experience preferred.
Follow your passion for excellence in science and join our researchers in the pursuit of science for the benefit of humanity. Join us!
The Rockefeller University is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veteran