• Job Type: Support Staff - Union
• Bargaining Unit: SSA
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $44,979.76 - $44,979.76

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.

About Columbia University

Columbia University is one of the world's most important centers of research and at the same time a distinctive and distinguished learning environment for undergraduates and graduate students in many scholarly and professional fields. The University recognizes the importance of its location in New York City and seeks to link its research and teaching to the vast resources of a great metropolis. It seeks to attract a diverse and international faculty and student body, to support research and teaching on global issues, and to create academic relationships with many countries and regions. It expects all areas of the university to advance knowledge and learning at the highest level and to convey the products of its efforts to the world.

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