- Job Type: Support Staff - Non-Union
- Bargaining Unit: SSA
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- End Date if Temporary: n/a
- Hours Per Week: 35
- Salary Range: $915.64 per week
Position Summary
Primary responsibilities include developing and conducting biological assays to monitor immune responses in patients undergoing transplantation or CAR-T cell therapies, working with animal transplant models to develop new therapies for graft-versus-host disease, and supporting the smooth operation of the laboratory.
The technician will learn and implement a variety of techniques including advanced flow cytometry, cell culture, single-cell sequencing and immunohistochemistry. A qualified individual will have the opportunity to pursue an independent research project, which they may be able to present and publish.
Responsibilities
- Perform experiments in cell culture and animal models
- Perform data processing and assist with analysis.
- Assist in the development of new assays and methods.
- Maintain a detailed, up-to-date, and accurate record of samples and reagents.
- Maintain and organize inventory.
- Contribute to building a culture that embraces scientific excellence, integrity, efficiency, teamwork, and continuous learning and improvement.
- Performs additional related duties as assigned and as necessary to the functioning of the research projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or physics or related science or equivalent in education, training, and experience
- Familiarity and excellent skills with PCR and sterile culture techniques
- Quick learner comfortable with new technologies
- Excellent hands-on and organizational skills
- Attention to detail and quality.
- Skills for problem identification and troubleshooting
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and work independently, as well as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with work in a lab environment
- Previous experience with immunologic assays, cell culture and flow cytometry
- Previous experience in mouse models
Other Requirements
- The candidate selected for this position is required to undergo a drug screening test prior to a final offer of employment being made
- Participation in the medical surveillance program
- Work involves laboratory animals
- Potential bloodborne pathogen exposure
- Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
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