Job Information
The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York Technician B in New York, New York
- Job Type: Support Staff - Union
- Bargaining Unit: SSA
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- End Date if Temporary:
- Hours Per Week: 35
- Standard Work Schedule: 9:00 - 5:00
- Building: ICRC
- Salary Range: $51,839.00 - $51,839.001
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 performs cancer research and the incumbent will perform basic molecular biology experiments. Incumbent will use conventional biochemistry, cell biology and molecular biological methods including molecular cloning, tissue culture, immunostaining, and southern blot analysis and keep records of experimental results.
Responsibilities
- DNA and RNA preparation,
- PCR, Recombinant DNA Cloning,
- Gel Electrophoresis, Protein Analysis
- Western Blots, Tissue Culture
- Keep clear records of experimental results
- Provide experimental support on ongoing projects
- Other duties include Laboratory safety, monitoring/organizing/ordering laboratory supplies, research reagents, equipment maintenance, and other related duties as required to maintain laboratory compliance.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Computer skills a must (word/excel).
- Good interpersonal communications skills are required.
- 0-6 months experience in a laboratory setting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a research laboratory preferred.
- Experience with cell culture and standard molecular biology and cell biology techniques.
- Experience with flow cytometry analysis and mouse husbandry
Other Requirements
- It may be necessary to work late on occasions to complete experiments.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly