The Moore Laboratory in the Division of Cardiology of the New York University School of Medicine in New York, NY seeks to recruit outstanding applicants for a postdoctoral associate position. Our research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms that underpin chronic inflammation and metabolic dysregulation in cardiometabolic diseases. We use a multi-disciplinary approach that integrates basic discovery, preclinical and translational research to study how immune regulation and lipid homeostasis goes awry in atherosclerosis and obesity / type II diabetes. Exciting progress in this area has revealed critical roles for lncRNAs in the activation of the immune response and the development of disease. Our goal is to advance the understanding of how lncRNAs contribute to tissue homeostasis and disease pathogenesis, and translate our discoveries into innovative therapies to prevent or treat cardiometabolic diseases.
NYU Langone Health is an internationally recognized academic medical center located in the heart of Manhattan. Our mission is to advance science and healthcare through scientific discovery by bringing together outstanding scientists and clinical researchers, and fostering highly collaborative, multidisciplinary investigations. The Moore Laboratory is located in NYU Langone’s Science Building – a new facility encompassing 10 floors of laboratory space dedicated to research, including wet laboratory space, core facilities, and a new vivarium. Our scientists have access to state-of-the-art technology in more than 20 core facilities, ranging from microscopy and bioinformatics to tissue banking and genomics.
We are seeking highly motivated applicants with a PhD in molecular biology, computational biology, immunology or related discipline. Candidates should have proven wet-lab and computational experience and demonstrated proficiency with molecular biology techniques, and in particular, RNA expertise. Proficiency with R and/or Python and experience analyzing NGS data (DNA-Seq, RNA-Seq) or Mass Spectrometry data is preferred.
In this role, you will:
- Utilize functional genomics approaches to identify and interrogate novel targets in cardiometabolic diseases (atherosclerosis, obesity, type II diabetes).
- Utilize computational algorithms integrating multiple data sources to prioritize novel disease-related targets.
- Utilize immunology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and genetics to interrogate disease-related lncRNA targets.
Candidates should send inquiries, including a C.V., to Kathryn.moore@nyulangone.org
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.