Associate Research Scientist - RNA Neurobiology
Posted date [2026-09-20]
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Job Description and Requirements
Associate Research Scientist - RNA NeurobiologyJob Snapshot
Role: Associate Research Scientist - RNA Neurobiology
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Experience: At least 3 years of relevant experience, excluding PhD study
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking an Associate Research Scientist to join the RNA Modifications, Intellect, and NeuroDegeneration (RNA-MIND) Laboratory in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The position focuses on molecular and cellular mechanisms in neuronal cells that may provide targets for preventing, alleviating, and promoting recovery from ischemic stroke. The successful candidate will investigate RNA modification, gene-expression regulation, and neuroinflammation using human cell lines, primary cultured neurons, and rodent models within a multidisciplinary neuroscience and biomedical research environment.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Research Focus
The
RNA-MIND Laboratory investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms through which RNA modifications regulate gene expression in neuronal systems.
The Associate Research Scientist will contribute to research examining these mechanisms in the context of neuroinflammation and ischemic stroke, with the broader objective of identifying biological processes that may be targeted to prevent, alleviate, or promote recovery from stroke-related neuronal injury.
Key Research Responsibilities
* Conduct molecular and cellular neuroscience research related to ischemic stroke.
* Investigate RNA modification and its role in regulating gene expression.
* Study cellular mechanisms associated with neuroinflammation.
* Conduct experiments using human cell lines.
* Work with primary cultured neurons and rodent models.
* Investigate RNA-protein interactions and RNA granule biology.
* Apply approaches relevant to liquid-liquid phase separation.
* Perform molecular biology experiments, including molecular cloning and RNA analysis.
* Use appropriate imaging, sequencing, cytometry, and molecular techniques to investigate neuronal mechanisms.
* Analyze and interpret experimental data.
* Collaborate with post-doctoral associates, senior and junior scientists, and undergraduate researchers.
* Contribute to the multidisciplinary research activities of the RNA-MIND Laboratory.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree.
Candidates must have at least three years of relevant experience in phase separation and RNA granule biology, excluding the years spent obtaining the PhD or equivalent terminal degree.
Applicants should also demonstrate:
* Strong grounding in molecular biology techniques.
* Experience with molecular cloning.
* Experience with RNA analysis.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Strong organizational capabilities.
* Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative research environment.
* Strong commitment to neuroscience and biomedical research.
Preferred Research Expertise
Training in biophysics is highly desirable.
Relevant research experience includes:
* Liquid-liquid phase separation.
* RNA-protein interactions.
* RNA modifications.
* RNA granule biology.
* Cell biology.
* Neuroinflammation.
* Neuronal cell biology.
Technical and Experimental Skills
Experience with the following techniques is strongly valued:
* Live-cell fluorescence imaging.
* Flow cytometry.
* Ribosome profiling (Ribo-seq).
* Neural dynamics imaging.
* Molecular cloning.
* RNA analysis.
Research Infrastructure and Collaboration
The Associate Research Scientist will work within a multidisciplinary environment alongside post-doctoral associates, senior and junior scientists, and undergraduate students.
Research activities are supported by established Core Bioinformatics and Sequencing Platforms and High-Performance Computing facilities. Training and research development opportunities are available for motivated researchers seeking to transition toward independent positions.
Employment and Benefits
The source states that the terms of employment are highly competitive and include:
* Housing support.
* Health insurance.
* Transportation allowance.
* Relocation allowance.
* Educational assistance for dependents.
* Access to health and wellness services.
* Support for research activities.
* Support for dual-career families.
Application Requirements
Applications are accepted immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.
Applicants must submit the following materials in PDF format:
* Resume.
* Cover letter.
* Academic transcript.
* Statement of past research activities.
* Contact information for at least two references.
Applications are welcomed from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.
About New York University Abu Dhabi
New York University Abu Dhabi is a comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in Abu Dhabi and part of NYU\'s global university network. Its academic and research activities span science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and the arts.
NYU Abu Dhabi supports multidisciplinary research and international academic collaboration, providing research infrastructure and an academic environment for advanced work across neuroscience, biomedical science, computational research, and related disciplines.
The Associate Research Scientist will contribute to research examining these mechanisms in the context of neuroinflammation and ischemic stroke, with the broader objective of identifying biological processes that may be targeted to prevent, alleviate, or promote recovery from stroke-related neuronal injury.
Key Research Responsibilities
* Conduct molecular and cellular neuroscience research related to ischemic stroke.
* Investigate RNA modification and its role in regulating gene expression.
* Study cellular mechanisms associated with neuroinflammation.
* Conduct experiments using human cell lines.
* Work with primary cultured neurons and rodent models.
* Investigate RNA-protein interactions and RNA granule biology.
* Apply approaches relevant to liquid-liquid phase separation.
* Perform molecular biology experiments, including molecular cloning and RNA analysis.
* Use appropriate imaging, sequencing, cytometry, and molecular techniques to investigate neuronal mechanisms.
* Analyze and interpret experimental data.
* Collaborate with post-doctoral associates, senior and junior scientists, and undergraduate researchers.
* Contribute to the multidisciplinary research activities of the RNA-MIND Laboratory.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree.
Candidates must have at least three years of relevant experience in phase separation and RNA granule biology, excluding the years spent obtaining the PhD or equivalent terminal degree.
Applicants should also demonstrate:
* Strong grounding in molecular biology techniques.
* Experience with molecular cloning.
* Experience with RNA analysis.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Strong organizational capabilities.
* Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative research environment.
* Strong commitment to neuroscience and biomedical research.
Preferred Research Expertise
Training in biophysics is highly desirable.
Relevant research experience includes:
* Liquid-liquid phase separation.
* RNA-protein interactions.
* RNA modifications.
* RNA granule biology.
* Cell biology.
* Neuroinflammation.
* Neuronal cell biology.
Technical and Experimental Skills
Experience with the following techniques is strongly valued:
* Live-cell fluorescence imaging.
* Flow cytometry.
* Ribosome profiling (Ribo-seq).
* Neural dynamics imaging.
* Molecular cloning.
* RNA analysis.
Research Infrastructure and Collaboration
The Associate Research Scientist will work within a multidisciplinary environment alongside post-doctoral associates, senior and junior scientists, and undergraduate students.
Research activities are supported by established Core Bioinformatics and Sequencing Platforms and High-Performance Computing facilities. Training and research development opportunities are available for motivated researchers seeking to transition toward independent positions.
Employment and Benefits
The source states that the terms of employment are highly competitive and include:
* Housing support.
* Health insurance.
* Transportation allowance.
* Relocation allowance.
* Educational assistance for dependents.
* Access to health and wellness services.
* Support for research activities.
* Support for dual-career families.
Application Requirements
Applications are accepted immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.
Applicants must submit the following materials in PDF format:
* Resume.
* Cover letter.
* Academic transcript.
* Statement of past research activities.
* Contact information for at least two references.
Applications are welcomed from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.
About New York University Abu Dhabi
New York University Abu Dhabi is a comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in Abu Dhabi and part of NYU\'s global university network. Its academic and research activities span science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and the arts.
NYU Abu Dhabi supports multidisciplinary research and international academic collaboration, providing research infrastructure and an academic environment for advanced work across neuroscience, biomedical science, computational research, and related disciplines.
