The Bayer lab at NYU’s Department of Biology is looking for a highly motivated and independent individual to work as a Junior Laboratory Associate starting February 2, 2026. This position is for a trainee preparing for a research path. It will provide development of technical skills; supervision by senior scientists incorporating individual development plan in support of training goals and those of faculty mentor; and possible publication of research findings during appointment period. Responsibilities will include designing and performing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, presenting research findings, and animal husbandry. The Bayer lab studies the neural mechanisms of fertility and mating behaviors in C. elegans and D. cerebrum. For more information about our work, visit: https://as.nyu.edu/faculty/emily-bayer.html In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $58,656. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer. The ideal candidate will have a BS or MS in Biology or Neuroscience and prior research experience. Please upload your application materials via Interfolio. Include the following items: 1) CV highlighting research experience and any publications; 2) one page summarizing your research experience, career plans, and future research interests; 3) a list of three references and their contact information. For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. Sustainability Statement NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability