Opening on: Sep 6 2023.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Principle Investigator and working with postdoctoral staff, the Technician B will provide support to a research laboratory in the Division of Hematology & Oncology.
Responsibilities
- Perform experimental assays and prepare solutions.
- Perform molecular cloning, gene expression profiling, and live imaging with microscopes.
- Purify DNA and RNA for the production of genetic manipulation and perform tail vein injections.
- Perform molecular biology, biochemistry and cell biology on mouse and human bone marrow.
- Perform routine histological techniques including blood smears and cytospins.
- Keep laboratory records, and maintain and order lab supplies.
- Assist with manuscript preparation.
- Perform other related duties necessary to the functioning of the lab.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or physics or related science or equivalent in education, training and experience
- Ability to learn independently, with attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with laboratory experiments
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 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.
Apply
