Research Assistant (79307)

Job Description:

A part-time research assistant in the bio-interface soft materials research laboratory of Dr. Sunghee Lee at Iona University. Incumbents in this position will participate in research activities concerning biophysical properties of biological membranes and other soft-materials chemistry research. This position will also assist the PI in management of an undergraduate research group for facilitating effective scholarly activities and group dynamics.

Required Skills:

A qualified applicant holds a Bachelors degree in chemistry/biology or biochemistry and should be familiar with the differential scanning calorimetry micropipet manipulation technique with inverted microscopy; Raman microspectroscopy; and surface and colloid chemistry techniques. Excellent analytical organizational project management and time management skills are needed.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About Iona/EEO Statement:

Founded in 1940 Iona University is a private Catholic coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona is a growing highly accredited institution located just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan with campuses in New Rochelle Bronxville and a new location in County Mayo Ireland. With over 4000 students Iona offers small classes engaged faculty and a wide range of programs across the School of Arts & Science the LaPenta School of Business (AACSBaccredited) the NewYorkPresbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences and the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

Recognized by The Princeton Review The Wall Street Journal Forbes and U.S. News & World Report Iona is nationally ranked for academic qualitysocial mobility and longterm return on investment. The Universitys continued growth and rising reputation reflect its commitment to academic excellence innovation service and opportunity.

Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. Iona is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered free from discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws. Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates ofall backgrounds.