The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub New York (CZ Biohub NY) ( is an independent nonprofit research institute that brings together three powerhouse universities - Columbia University, The Rockefeller University, and Yale University - into a single collaborative technology and discovery engine. CZ Biohub NY itself supports some of the brightest, boldest engineers, data scientists, and biomedical researchers to investigate the fundamental mechanisms underlying disease and develop new technologies that will lead to actionable diagnostics and effective therapies. We are guided by our values of scholarly excellence; disruptive innovation; hands-on engineering/hacking/building; partnership and collaboration; open communication and respect; inclusiveness; and opportunity for all.Our Vision
- We pursue large scientific challenges that cannot be pursued in conventional environments
- We enable individual investigators to pursue their riskiest and most innovative ideas
- The technologies developed at CZ Biohub facilitate research by scientists and clinicians at our home institutions and beyond
Diversity of thought, ideas, and perspectives are at the heart of CZ Biohub Network and enable disruptive innovation and scholarly excellence. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive organization where all colleagues feel inspired and know their work makes an important contribution.The OpportunityThe Parsa Group or Immune Cell Dynamics and Function research group, focuses on investigating the functional and clonal dynamics of T cells, exploring how T cell fate decisions are made and how these decisions impact their functions in different disease contexts. Using a combination of genetically engineered mice, disease models, and single cell technologies, we aim to uncover the principles governing T cell fate and their functional roles across tissues. More information can be found at The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub is seeking an outstanding and highly motivated early-career scientist to join the Parsa Group as a Research Scholar. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to further their scientific training while contributing to an innovative, rigorous, and collaborative research program aligned with the CZ Biohub mission. Applicants should have a background in a field relevant to immunology to advance the early detection, prevention, and treatment of a wide variety of diseases. The scholar will receive specialized training in research focused on T cell dynamics and function.Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter detailing research interests, motivations and career goals
- Full version of Curriculum Vitae (CV), highlighting major achievements
What You'll Do
- Learn to conduct research in immunology and related areas, including in vitro and in vivo immune cell assays to assess T cell dynamics and function
- Learn to design, execute, analyze experiments, and bioengineer new technologies to address key immunological questions
- Actively contribute as a team member to our efforts to decode and understand the immune system
- Work collaboratively and actively engage with colleagues throughout the Biohub to maintain our values of scholarly excellence, innovation and open communication
- Communicate progress and results with group leader
- Assist with preparations of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
What You'll BringEssential -
- PhD or MD in cellular biology, immunology or similar
- Have experience working with mice
- Demonstrated track record of innovation, and ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams
- Creativity to develop cutting-edge tools and methods, uniquely addressing key scientific questions
- Passionate and driven to advance the field
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
Nice to have -
- Experience in T cell immunology research
- Knowledge of the existing literature in immunology, dogmas and challenges
- Expertise in flow cytometry acquisition, sorting and analysis, various immune assays
- Experience in various mouse disease model including autoimmunity, cancer and/or infectious disease
- A vision to carry out or continue innovative and impactful research
The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Network requires all employees, regardless of work location or type of role, to provide proof of their initial COVID-19 vaccination by their start date. Those who are unable to get vaccinated because of a disability, or who choose not to be vaccinated due to a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance must have an approved exception prior to their start date.Compensation
New hires are typically hired into the lower portion of the range, enabling employee growth in the range over time. To determine starting pay, we consider multiple job-related factors including a candidate's skills, education and experience, market demand, business needs, and internal parity. We may also adjust this range in the future based on market data. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range during the hiring process.What We Provide
- Resources to disrupt and innovate at the frontiers of our knowledge of biology and disease
- An environment where nothing is considered impossible, where bold and creative thinking are the norm, and where a collaborative culture allows teams of people from multiple disciplines to accomplish more than any single person can achieve alone
- Access to collaborators, resources and facilities at our three partner universities (Columbia University, The Rockefeller University, and Yale University) as well as partner organizations in the CZ Biohub Network and beyond
- Competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience
BenefitsWe offer a robust benefits program that enables the important work Biohubbers do every day. Our benefits include healthcare coverage, life and disability insurance, commuter subsidies, family planning services with fertility care, childcare stipend, 401(k) match, flexible time off and a generous parental leave policy. In addition, we honor our commitment to career development and our value of scholarly excellence through regular onsite opportunities to learn from the world's leading scientists.The CZ Biohub Network is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity of thought, ideas, and perspectives. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive organization where all Biohubbers feel inspired and know their work makes an important contribution. Therefore, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this Web site or directly to managers. The CZ Biohub Network does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. The CZ Biohub Network will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with the CZ Biohub Network.