Technician Jobs At Columbia University in the City of New York

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: 43,669.67- 44,976.76 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Technician B will work closely with the Pl and research team in the Basic Science Research Group in the Division of Surgical Science at Department of Surgery at Columbia University. The technician B will perform multiple assignments under direct supervision Responsibilities Assisting with the designing and implementing of experiments critical to the lab, which may include molecular cloning, animal work, Western blotting, lmmunohisochemistry analysis. * Perform laboratory experiments and collect data. * Contribute to research implementation. * Assist with ordering laboratory supplies. * Maintaining a lab notebook or records related to task * Assisting in the collection of lab chemical wastes. * Managing and maintaining mouse colonies, cutting mouse tails and Excel Data entry. * Preparing solutions, isolating DNA, performing PCR, preparing and running agarose gels, detecting DNA and recording the results. * Prepare solutions and reagents for daily lab use. * Calibration/upkeep of laboratory equipment. * Interact with personnel from other related research projects. * Perform additional duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or physics or a completed animal husbandry program or equivalent in education, training and experience. Knowledge of various related laboratory procedures and techniques preferred. One year of related experience preferred Preferred Qualifications * Ability to perform work in accordance with safety regulations and standard laboratory protocols * Knowledge of related laboratory procedures and techniques * Excellent organization skills Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: 53,394.17- 53,394.17 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Department of Pathology and Cell Biology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center seeks a highly organized and enthusiastic technician to join the Center for Advanced Laboratory Medicine (CALM). The primary responsibilities of this position include: participation in day-to-day laboratory research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator and lab manager. Skills frequently utilized to complete daily tasks include: basic lab skills (e.g. pipetting, loading a gel), phlebotomy, and sterile technique A successful candidate will be a self-starter, work well within teams, have excellent organizational and record keeping skills, and be able to multi-task while maintaining precision and quickness. Responsibilities * 25% - Collecting samples * 25% - Processing samples * 20% - Recording/analyzing data * 15% - General lab maintenance * 10% - Running samples * 5% - Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics, or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Preferred Qualifications * The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, highly organized, able to multi-task, take initiative, start and complete projects. * This position requires the technical ability to complete procedures and properly record and report results. * Applicants with experience in animal colony management and animal husbandry are strongly encouraged to apply. * Experience with flow cytometry, PCR, Western blotting, and/or recombinant DNA will be an advantage. * Programming in R or Python is preferred but not essential to start. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: 53394.17-53394.17 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary This Technician B would work under the supervision of Dr. Emily Lowry to evaluate the effects of new drug candidates in mouse and cell culture models of ALS. The efficacy of these drugs would be evaluated through behavioral and histological analyses in mice and in survival and histological analyses in cells from ALS patients. This position would also involve light administrative duties to plan experiments and maintain lab supplies. Responsibilities * Research responsibilities: 75%: * Immunohistochemistry - 20% * Microscopy (epifluorescence and confocal) - 20% * Mouse behavioral analysis - 10% * Tissue dissection - 10% * Tissue culture - 10% * Administration of drugs to mice - 5% * Administrative responsibilities: 25%: * Order lab supplies - 5% * Sign for and store lab supplies once they arrive - 5% * Maintain lab notebook, and experimental calendar - 5% * Provide informal weekly research updates to supervisor and PI - 5% * Other duties as assigned- 5% Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics, or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with basic rodent handling * Experience with aseptic tissue culture technique * Experience with immunocytochemistry or other common tissue staining techniques * Experience with basic microscopy * Experience with data analysis software such as Prism, SPSS, R Other Requirements * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel * Strong communication and organizational skills Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: 53,394.17 - 53,394.17 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Technician B will work closely with the Pl and research team in the Basic Science Research Group in the Division of Surgical Science at Department of Surgery at Columbia University. The Technician B will perform multiple assignments under direct supervision. Responsibilities Assisting with the designing and implementing of experiments critical to the lab, which may include molecular cloning, animal work, Western blotting, and immunohistochemistry analysis. * Perform laboratory experiments and collect data. * Contribute to research implementation. * Assist with ordering laboratory supplies. * Maintaining a lab notebook or records related to task * Assisting in the collection of lab chemical wastes. * Managing and maintaining mouse colonies, cutting mouse tails and Excel Data entry. * Preparing solutions, isolating DNA, performing PCR, preparing and running agarose gels, detecting DNA and recording the results. * Prepare solutions and reagents for daily lab use. * Calibration/upkeep of laboratory equipment. * Interact with personnel from other related research projects. * Perform additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or related field or equivalent combination of education, training and experience * One year of related experience, or equivalent in education, training and experience * Knowledge of related laboratory procedures and techniques * Excellent organization skills Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: 44,979.76-44,979.76 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Minah Kim lab is seeking a bright, highly motivated junior level specialist with an interest in research on cancer biology. Our lab focuses on tumor metastasis and drug resistance in different types of cancer and use mouse models and patient samples for studies. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the research technician will be responsible for carrying out fully planned experiments, imaging, computational analysis, and ordering and caring for mouse colonies. After a training period, the junior specialist will perform experiments that include treatment of mice, perfusion, and analysis primary and metastatic tissues. Additional duties will be assigned as required for the project and normal laboratory operations. Responsibilities * 20%- Data analysis * 20%- Tissue imaging * 20% - Immunohistochemistry * 15% - Mouse treatment and experiment including perfusion * 10%- Mouse maintenance * 10%- Laboratory maintenance and organization * 5%- Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications * Two years of college or a completed A.A program with an emphasis in chemistry, biology, or physics or a completed animal husbandry program. One year of related experience, or equivalent in education, training and/or experience. Preferred Qualifications * Postgraduate researcher for work in cancer biology. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: HHSC Building * Salary Range: $53,394.17 - $53,394.17 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The laboratory of Mucosal immunology at the Department of Microbiology & Immunology is seeking a full-time laboratory Technician B to assist with experiments in the field of microbiota and mucosal immunology. Our lab studies the role of commensal microbes and diet in autoimmune diseases, such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Reporting to the PI and working with senior lab members, the Technician will help with laboratory operations and participate in wide range of experiments. This is an opportunity to develop or strengthen research and laboratory skills as part of a dynamic and collaborative team at the forefront of mucosal immunology research. Responsibilities * Perform experiments under the direction of senior lab personnel in areas such as preclinical animal studies, tissue collection and dissection, flow cytometry and molecular analyses. * Record and track experimental results accurately. * Assist with genotyping and management of mouse colonies. * Assist with ordering and maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies. * Prepare solutions adhering to specific instructions and maintain equipment or specific laboratory resources. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or physics or a completed animal husbandry program or equivalent in education, training and experience. Other Requirements * Research experience in a biology lab - wet lab experience. * Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain detailed electronic laboratory records. * Ability to set up and conduct experiments or activities according to established protocols Affinity to work with laboratory mice. * Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques. * Required Documents * Cover letter describing experience and motivation for applying to the position * CV * Undergraduate Transcripts * Information for three reference letter writers, please describe relation to candidate Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: 9am-5pm * Building: * Salary Range: $53,394.17-$53,394.17 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Center for Radiological Research is seeking a technician to work with scientists studying the health hazards and antimicrobial efficacy of ultraviolet light. The Technician will work with 2D and 3D cell culture models, viral and bacterial culture and assay techniques, and ultraviolet experimental equipment. They will gain experience in immunohistochemistry, animal handling and husbandry, and ultraviolet exposure techniques. Responsibilities * Training and performing work with animal models and human tissue * Environmental air sampling * Performing real-time PCR and other basic molecular biology techniques and related analysis methods. * Maintaining and sharing records, completing scientific and technical tasks in a timely fashion, and helping to maintain a smoothly functioning laboratory * Ordering Lab Supplies and maintaining inventory as needed * Performing related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested This will be a team effort requiring excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Maintaining and sharing records with the team is expected, in addition to completing scientific and technical tasks in a timely fashion. The primary work location will be at the Radiological Research Accelerator Facility at the Columbia University Nevis Laboratories in Irvington, NY. Occasional work at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center may be required. Minimum Qualifications * Requires a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics, or related science or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Preferred Qualifications * Some laboratory experience is preferred, especially familiarity with cell culture techniques and immunofluorescence. This position works with: Chemicals Cell culture Ultraviolet Radiation. Other Requirements * Must have general knowledge of cellular and molecular biology. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: $53,394.17- $53,394.17 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Department of Pathology and Cell Biology at the Columbia University Medical Center would like to recruit a research technician B to work in the lab of Dr. Andrew Teich. Our lab focuses on Alzheimer's disease, but through multiple collaborations we also have projects that address other neurodegenerative diseases of aging. Proficiency using R is required, and proficiency with Matlab and Python is highly desirable. Candidates with prior experience working with genomic data are preferred. However, we are open to considering highly qualified candidates with a bachelor's degree in mathematics or computer science who may have minimal experience working with biological data but are highly motivated and meet the basic requirements listed above. Our laboratory is a wet/dry lab that does both experimental work as well as computational analysis of genome and genomic expression data. The job candidate would thus have the opportunity to work in an integrated environment and further his or her exposure to experimental "wet-lab" science. The PI is also the Director of the New York Brain Bank, and this serves as a resource both for our research as well as for the education of laboratory members in neurodegenerative disease biology. Responsibilities * Analyzing data - 45% * Preparing graphs and tables - 20% * Maintaining laboratory computer systems and managing data files - 10% * Presenting data - 10% * Preparing manuscripts - 10% * Other duties as assigned- 5% Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or physics or a completed animal husbandry program or equivalent in education, training, and experience. Preferred Qualifications * Proficiency using R is required. * Proficiency with Matlab and Python is highly desirable. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * Hours Per Week: 35 * Salary Range: $53,394.17 - $53,394.17 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking a full-time Technician B to join the Aaron Diamond AIDS Research Center (ADARC). The incumbent will report to the Principal Investigator. Responsibilities * Assists Principal Investigators (PI) and Research Scientists in BSL-2 laboratories. * Provides technical support in SARS-CoV-2, HIV, or other virus experiments according to scientific protocols as determined by investigators. * Performs biochemistry, molecular biology, and structural biology assays. * Produces recombinant proteins. * Maintains the integrity of the laboratory database. * Oversees the integrity of the equipment. * Collaborates with the overall function of the laboratory and its workflow. * Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal Investigators and/or Research Scientists. Minimum Qualifications * Requires a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics, or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in protein production, biochemistry, structural biology, or tissue culture strongly preferred. * Meticulous, attention to detail and focus on accuracy. * Well organized and good time management skills. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Other Requirements * Must be able to work in an orderly manner and in accordance with all safety regulations. * 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. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: $53,394.17 - $53,394.17 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary A Technician B position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Catherine Clelland, at Columbia University Medical Center in the Department of Psychiatry. Our research is designed to discover new treatments for patients with Alzheimer's disease, to help improve the quality of life for these individuals. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated person for this clinically oriented position. The successful candidate for this position will help to investigate the molecular mechanisms of cognitive deficits in Alzheimer's disease. The position also involves liaising with physicians, study coordinators, nursing staff, and phlebotomist,s and processing blood samples from recruited subjects.The position is available immediately. Responsibilities Duties will include, but are not limited to the following: * Chart screening for subject recruitment. * Scheduling subjects and interview rooms. * Performing subject screening, subject recruitment interviews, blood draws, and assessments. * Performing informed consent interviews and interviews to assess symptoms and phlebotomy. * Maintaining and updating subject files and computer records, and patient chart review. * Processing blood samples from recruited subjects. * Liaising with physicians, study coordinators, nursing staff, and phlebotomists. * Keeping records of results of recruitment, updating research records, experiments and data analysis. * Performing laboratory molecular experiments (blood centrifugation, DNA and RNA extraction from human tissues, RT-PCR and DNA sequencing). * Performing other related duties necessary to the functioning of the laboratory, research project or work unit. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics, or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Preferred Qualifications * Knowledge of chemistry, biology or physics and various related laboratory procedures and techniques. * Ability to perform work in a neat and orderly manner in accordance with safety regulations. * Knowledge of experimental materials and standardization. * Ability to communicate with patients, students and faculty. * Ability to organize experiments in standard form and record data in a scientific notebook. * Ability to learn and adapt to new techniques. * Familiarity with computer programs, include Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Other Requirements * Must successfully complete all online systems training requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: $53,394.17 - $53,394.17 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary This position is for a primary research Technician B that will conduct and perform experiments involving molecular biology and mouse models in the Department of Dermatology at Columbia University. The individual will set up, carry out, and analyze experiments under the general supervision of the investigator. Responsibilities * Perform molecular biology assays and preparing solutions according to detailed instructions. * Set up and calibrating equipment for experiments. * Carry out fully planned experiments, including cell culture, molecular biology, and mouse work. * Assist in collection of samples. * Keep electronic records of the results of experiments. * Contribute authorship of scientific documents including manuscripts, research grants, and laboratory protocols. * Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biology, physics, or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Preferred Qualifications * Knowledge of basic molecular biology laboratory methods and mouse models is preferred. Other Requirements * Strong written and oral communication skills. * Good organizational skills and detail-oriented. * Ability to work independently and in a team environment. * Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Experience working in research laboratory environment. * Must be highly organized, with excellent communication and follow up skills. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: $53,394.17-$53,394.17 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The laboratory of Professor Harris Wang in the Department of Systems Biology is seeking a research Technician B. The work in the Wang laboratory is focused on diverse questions in systems and synthetic biology including mammalian microbiome function, host-microbiome interactions in health and disease, microbial horizontal gene flow, and foundational technology development. The candidate for this position will carry out routine molecular biology and microbiology experiments, microbiome studies in vitro and in animal models, library preparations for next-generation sequencing and microbial cultivation studies to serve ongoing projects. The incumbent may also perform general laboratory management responsibilities, including media preparation and ordering of supplies. Responsibilities * Must be good at interacting and collaborating with lab personnel on diverse projects in the lab. * Must be able to accurately record data and keep a very neat, well organized and up-to-date lab notebook on ongoing projects. * Technical proficiency in laboratory molecular biology bench-work, genomics-based analyses and laboratory automation necessary for achieving precise and consistent results. * Must have good organizational and management skills to carry out complex tasks and to communicate the results to lab personnel and the principal investigator. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and work experience. * Prior laboratory experience in microbiology. * Meticulous, attention to detail and focus on accuracy. * Well organized and good time management skills. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. * Must be able to work independently in an orderly manner and in accordance with all safety regulations. Preferred Qualifications * One year of related experience. * Prior laboratory experience in mouse experiments and next-generation sequencing protocols are a strong plus. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Temporary * End Date if Temporary: 1 year * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: $53,394.17 - $53,394.17 annually The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Technician B will work with a team of researchers at the Taub Institute for Research on Alzheimer's Disease and the Aging Brain. The selected candidate will participate in an NIH-funded research project focus on biomarker discovery and development. This is a 1-year grant-funded position, with the opportunity of appointment extension. The candidate should be detail oriented and able to multi task. Basic skills required include data entry, and knowledge in biology and/or biochemistry. The successful candidate should have some experience in lab research, performing BCA/ELISA and generating reproducible results under the guidance of a senior scientist or lab manager. Good hands (precise pipetting), organizational skills, and a keen eye for detail are essential. Responsibilities The ideal candidate will be responsible in various essential daily duties, including: * Executing experiments following protocols and achieving repeatable results (excellent hands-on lab and pipetting skills). * Compiling and maintaining accurate research records and presenting data in group settings. * Building their scientific knowledge by reading relevant articles and attending seminars. * Demonstrating initiative in executing tasks, occasionally solving problems, and implementing laboratory procedures. * Organizing time and planning specifics of project related work with oversight from supervisor. * Collaborating with faculty and senior lab members in the performance and analysis of experiments. * Coordinating pick-up and delivery of bio-specimens among laboratories. * Keeping records of samples; receiving, using, and sending out to other laboratories. * Working under sterile contained conditions for processing of human bio-specimens, including blood, Cerebrospinal fluid, and tissue. * Performing Western blots, protein quantification (BCA, Bradford) assays, Immunoprecipitations assays, among other techniques. * Conducting biomarker assays (e.g., ELISA, MSD, Simoa, etc.). * Developing, optimizing, validating and troubleshooting of new biomarker assays under the supervision and guidance of the Principal Investigator. * Willing to learn new techniques to achieve the overall goal of the project. * Working with mice (having experience and/or willing to learn colony management, IP injections, etc.). * Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested. The candidate will also be responsible for maintaining laboratory supplies, preparing solutions, and performing other related duties necessary to the well-functioning of the laboratory. Minimum Qualifications * Requires a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Biochemistry or Life Sciences, or equivalent education, with some laboratory experience. * Experience as a full-time Technician B in an industrial/academic setting. * Preferred prior experience includes ELISA development and optimization, assay protocol optimization/validation and excellent pipetting skills (or similar technique). * Experience in the following areas is a plus: conjugation chemistry, e.g. conjugating antibodies to solid surfaces (microbeads), biotinylating, process improvement techniques. * Experience in blood, Cerebrospinal fluid, and tissue processing is preferred. * Exhibit initiative, work independently, and be technically proficient in the processes assigned to them. * Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, proven ability to effectively keep records, plan, and organize work activities to meet schedules and deadlines. * Familiarity with spreadsheets and/or database software, including Excel and SPPS. * Experience with statistical analysis and experimental design. * Candidate must have experience or be willing to be working and maintaining a fully functional wet lab, including proficiency in the techniques of PCR, Western Blotting, gel electrophoresis and immunohistochemistry. Experience with light microscopy and cell culture techniques (primary neuronal cultures and immortalized cell lines) is also preferred. Other Requirements * Knowledge of various related laboratory procedures and techniques required. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Temporary * End Date if Temporary: 1 year * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: $53,394.17 - $53,394.17 annually The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary Technician B will work with a team of researchers at the Taub Institute for Research on Alzheimer's Disease and the Aging Brain. The selected candidate will participate in an NIH-funded research project focusing on biomarker discovery and development. This is a 1-year grant-funded position, with the opportunity of appointment extension. The candidate will develop, execute, and maintain bioinformatics pipelines to process and analyze mainly proteomic data from mouse and human biofluid samples. The ideal candidate should have a quantitative background (Computational Biology, Computational Neuroscience, or Bioinformatics), and extensive experience in standard workflows for the analysis of large-scale molecular data, specifically to answer questions about "omics" alterations in human and model system data. In-depth knowledge of at least one flavor of data (genetics, transcriptomics, epigenetics, or proteomics) is required. Proteomics expertise is highly preferred. The candidate should have a good knowledge of programming languages for implementing computational algorithms on large-scale data (R and Python). Wetlab experience with cell biology is a plus for this position. The candidate should be detail oriented and able to multi-task. Good hands, organizational skills, and a keen eye for detail are essential. Responsibilities The ideal candidate will be RESPONSIBLE in various essential daily duties, including: * Processing and preparation of samples for proteomic analysis (mouse and human samples). * Processing and analysis of proteomic data (downsizing, normalization, imputation, scaling (e.g. z-scores), among other techniques), and visual representation. * Validation of proteomic "hits" by Western blotting, ELISA-based assays, and in vitro primary neuronal cultures. * Perform Western blots, protein quantification (BCA, Bradford) assays, Immunoprecipitations assays, among other techniques. * When required, develop analysis workflows to answer targeted questions about changes in molecular profiles in controls vs. disease state. * Collaborate with faculty and senior lab members in the performance and analysis of experiments. * Compile and maintain accurate research records and presenting data in group settings. * Build their scientific knowledge by reading relevant articles and attending seminars. * Work under sterile-contained conditions for processing of human and mouse bio-specimens, including blood, Cerebrospinal fluid, and tissue. * Display initiative and independence in developing novel analysis approaches in response to new questions or insight. * Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested. Minimum Qualifications * Requires a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Preferred Qualifications * Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in computational biology, computational neuroscience, or biostatistics with "omics" experience. Other Requirements * Demonstrated programming experience and skills (Python and/or R programming). * Demonstrated experience with building pipelines for at least one "omics" data modality (genetics, transcriptomics, epigenetics, proteomics). * Excellent organizational skills in managing/analyzing large datasets. * Proven ability to effectively plan and organize work activities to meet schedules and deadlines with oversight from supervisor. * Exhibit initiative, work independently, and be technically proficient in the processes assigned to them. * Demonstrate initiative in executing tasks, solving problems, and implementing laboratory procedures. * Willingness to learn new techniques to achieve the overall goal of the project. * Work with mice (having experience and/or willing to learn colony management, IP injections, etc.). Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Salary Range: $51,839-$51,839 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Yang Lab at the Columbia University Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics investigates cell intrinsic and extrinsic mechanisms regulating tumor evolution and therapeutic resistance. The lab employs multidisciplinary approaches to study cancer evolution, including developing CRISPR-based molecular recording tools to track tumor evolution history, modeling tumor progression using genetically engineered mouse models, applying single-cell genomics tools to dissect tumor heterogeneity, and dissecting the molecular and cellular mechanisms of cancer evolution. More information can be found on the lab's website: *************************** Under the direct guidance of the principal investigator, you will be helping to develop and implement new CRISPR-based recording tools for mammalian system that will enable the team to tackle a wide range of biological questions. This position will involve working under the direct supervision of the principal investigator - including assisting with cloning, cell culture, CRISPR, and mouse work, so this would be an ideal opportunity for a hardworking, passionate, self-motivated professional who enjoys balancing multiple priorities and is looking for a 2-3 year career experience before beginning graduate school or medical school. Responsibilities What we provide: * Exposure to groundbreaking research and working with a collegial, close-knit lab team * A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits * Opportunities to present data in group meetings * Opportunities for professional development including the potential to eventually take leadership on a project that supports the lab's larger research goals based on your interests and capabilities * Previous technicians that worked with Dr. Yang have been accepted to top-tier graduate and medical schools What you'll do: * Perform a variety of laboratory and investigative procedures including routine experimental techniques such as standard basic molecular biology techniques, cloning, mouse breeding and tissue harvest, mammalian cell culture, flow cytometry and cell sorting, basic fluorescence microscopy, and standard biochemical assays. * Work efficiently and cooperatively to assist Postdocs, Graduate Students, and other lab members. * Operate lab equipment and prepare and order necessary supply stocks. * Collect, verify, record, and compile experimental data. * Participate in laboratory meetings and read literature applicable to the research area(s). * Operate and maintain laboratory equipment to complete investigations. * Prepare, order, and maintain stocks of necessary reagents, solutions, and supplies. * General lab operations support to help maintain a safe, clean, and orderly lab environment. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, math, computer sciences, or related fields. Other Requirements * Previous hands-on research experience working in a laboratory is required. * Understanding of basic molecular and cellular biology techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis, etc.). * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills with strong attention to detail. * Proactive and self-motivated mentality with an eagerness to learn and grow. * Proficient computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Physical Requirements * Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. * The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). * Work may involve possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low-dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids, and presence of carcinogenic substances or other hazardous materials. * Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. * Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis. Compensation and Benefits * Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Preferred Qualifications * Previous experience with tissue culture of mammalian cells and/or molecular cloning. * One year of related experience. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: $51,839-$51,839 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Organoid and Cell Culture Core at Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center, Columbia University Medical Center, New York is seeking a full-time technician, who will be instrumental in the daily operations of the OCCC. This staff member will be primarily responsible for fulfilling basic service requests such as mycoplasma testing, conditioned medium preparation, and shipping, and will also be involved in the generation and characterization of novel patient-derived organoid lines. A promising candidate will have a bachelor or master's degree in one or more of the areas of biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry and must be detail-oriented, organized, able to work independently, and curious to learn new techniques. Hands-on experience with cell culture and molecular biology techniques is a plus, but not required. Responsibilities * Handle routine organoid and cell culture, including cataloguing, annotation and quality control. * Maintain routine mycoplasma testing. * Prepare and restock critical reagents and supplies. * Assist with documentation of both routine and experimental protocols as well as daily activities. * Prepare and communicate reports, results and progress with supervisors. * Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, math, computer sciences, or related fields or equivalent in education, training and experience. Other Requirements * Experience in cell culture. * Basic knowledge of cellular and molecular biology techniques. * Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: $51,839 - $51,839 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary Dr. Chaolin Zhang's laboratory at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated Technician B to support ongoing research projects in the lab. Located in the Hammer building, the Zhang Laboratory is part of Department of Systems Biology, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics (BMB), and the Center for Motor Neuron Biology and Disease (MNC). Our efforts are primarily to understand the broad roles that co-, and post-transcriptional regulatory processes (such as alternative pre-mRNA splicing) play during neurodevelopment and in the course of incurable neurodegenerative diseases, and to exploit RNA biogenesis as novel targets for therapeutics. The lab employs stem-cell-derived neuronal cultures, brain organoids and in vivo mouse models using a combination of biochemistry, molecular biology, and high-throughput quantitative and integrative approaches. Responsibilities * Overall, the Technician B will have dynamic responsibilities within a highly collaborative environment to yield fundamental biological insights about the nervous system and to develop novel stem-cell-based biotechnologies for neurological disease. Ideal candidates are those interested in using state-of-the-art techniques to generate a variety of neurons from stem cells carrying pathogenic mutations, to explore mechanisms of disease in the dish by conducting perturbation screens, and to investigate potential oligonucleotide drugs in this context. * Successful applicants will join a vibrant, interdisciplinary and productive research team, with continuous opportunities for technical and intellectual growth. They will work closely with the principal investigator, post docs, and graduate students in designing, carrying out, and coordinating research. More information about the Zhang laboratory can be found at ********************************** Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in a biological science or related subject area, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. * Experience working with stem cells, neuronal differentiations, and cell biology assays, such as immunostainings and imaging. * Familiar with standard molecular biology techniques, such as cloning, DNA/RNA/protein extraction, electrophoresis, immunoblotting, etc. * Great organizational and time management skills. * Excellent writing and communication skills, and a passion to work in a team environment. Preferred Qualifications * Master's degree in a biological science or related subject area. * Background in neurobiology. * Vivarium experience, including basic mouse handling and husbandry, breeding and genotyping procedures. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * End Date if Temporary: * Hours Per Week: 35 * Standard Work Schedule: * Building: * Salary Range: $44,979.76 - $44,979.76 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Department of Pediatrics is seeking Technician A to join our team in a full-time position to support research within the division of Pediatric Cardiology. Columbia University Irving Medical Center's Department of Pediatrics is a world leader in providing care for children. Our mission areas include Healthcare, Education and Research. We offer care for our patients in over 25 specialty areas as well as individualized care for complex cases. Our Residency, Fellowship and Graduate programs are among the best in the Nation. Our Clinical, Translational and Basic Science research features collaborations across specialties and stretches from the bench to bedside. We also have several active Clinical trials available to our patients. This position will support the department by providing technical services to our Division of Cardiology. At CUIMC, we are leaders in teaching, research, and patient care and are proud of the service and support we provide to our community. We apply the same rigor in our commitment to fostering an inclusive, thriving community and caring for our employees and their loved ones. Columbia University offers a range of benefits to help you and your dependents stay healthy, build long-term financial security, meet educational and professional goals, and more. Explore your options for Health and Welfare, Employee Assistance, Tuition Programs, and Retirement Benefits. Responsibilities * Work both independently and sometimes under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator on various aspects of running, assisting with managing and writing results of basic. * Investigate the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular development and regeneration. * Using the zebrafish as a model system and expand our studies into the fields of transcriptional regulation, cardiac mechanobiology, and stem cell biology. * Will use innovative combination of genetic, live-imaging, single cell genomic, and transgenic approaches. * Daily attention to zebrafish husbandry, line maintenance, genotyping, and laboratory management strategies is also required. * Performs related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested. Minimum Qualifications * Two years of college or a completed A.A. program with an emphasis in chemistry, biology or physics or a completed animal husbandry program. * One year of related experience, or equivalent in education, training and/ or experience. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

* Job Type: Support Staff - Union * Bargaining Unit: SSA * Regular/Temporary: Regular * Hours Per Week: 35 * Salary Range: $44,979.76 - $44,979.76 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The Columbia Center for Translational Immunology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) is seeking a highly motivated and talented Technician to join our team. Our research focuses on understanding the biology of T cell function in the context of cancer and autoimmunity. Responsibilities * Assist laboratory members in conducting experiments as directed by the Principal Investigator (PI). * Perform a variety of techniques, under close supervision, including: * Flow cytometry * Cell culture * PCR * Immunohistochemistry * Mouse colony maintenance * Process patient blood samples * Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment * Perform independent experiments * Prepare samples and reagents * Assist in assay development and optimization * Maintain lab inventory and order supplies as needed * Perform other related duties as needed Minimum Qualifications * Two years of college or a completed A.A. program with an emphasis on chemistry, biology, physics, or related science plus one year of related experience or equivalent in training and/or experience * Ability to work in a neat and orderly manner following safety regulations and standard clinical protocols * Effective communication and organization skills 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 * Position will involve work with 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.