Technician B - New York, United States - Columbia University

    Columbia University
    Columbia University New York, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description
    • Job Type: Support Staff - Union
    • Bargaining Unit: SSA
    • Regular/Temporary: Regular
    • End Date if Temporary: n/a
    • Hours Per Week: 35
    • 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

    Working in the Myeloma/Amyloidosis laboratory, the Technician B will support research in the field of Plasma Cell Dyscrasia under the supervision of the postdoctoral fellow/PI. The main topic of the lab is to study mechanisms of action of anti-myeloma agents as well as development of myeloma bone disease.


    Responsibilities

    • Assist the postdoctoral fellow/PI with experiments
    • Perform a variety of techniques including flow cytometry, cell culture, PCR and immunohistochemistry, under supervision
    • Assist with ordering of supplies and inventory maintenance
    • Perform additional related duties as assigned

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
    • Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques
    • Must be self-motivated, be detail oriented, and have exemplary work ethic
    • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
    • Ability to multi-task, work independently as well as part of a team, and work well under pressure
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and data management files

    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
      • work with known infectious agents or biological toxins where prophylactic vaccination is available
    • 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.