• 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: 59,845.49-59,845.49

Position Summary

The Center for Translational & Computational Neuroimmunology (CTCN), in the Department of Neurology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) is a hub for large-scale translational human studies that integrate rigorous application of advanced laboratory techniques with cutting-edge computational methods. The CTCN includes a Neuroimmunology Core that is part of the national Alzheimer's Disease Research Center network in the U.S., and it specializes in the optimization and deployment of novel experimental platforms to support the projects of CTCN investigators and collaborators.

We are currently seeking a research assistant to join our research effort in the CNS tissue-based profiling. We are deploying cutting-edge multiparametric flow cytometry and transcriptomic technologies coupled to a manual and automated analysis pipeline to enable the large-scale projects that are currently funded.

Responsibilities

* Reagent preparation (solution, buffer and media).

* DNA/RNA extraction and purification from r cells, PCR/qPCR and molecular cloning.

* Antibody master mix preparation and cell staining.

* Analysis of cells using multiparametric Flow Cytometry.

* May operate and maintain moderate to complex lab equipment.

* Oversee sample banking and performs routine QC for different samples types.

* Follow SOPs and implementing new Flow Cytometry and transcriptomic protocols and procedures.

- Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and at least one and one-half years of related experience or equivalent in education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Other Requirements

* Written communications: Ability to read and write in English in order to understand basic safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively with the users; and respond to basic questions.

* Oral communications: Ability to understand spoken English in order to follow basic safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively in basic English with the users in response to routine questions.

* Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate basic knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to use them in routine situations.

* Teamwork: Ability to interact respectfully with other employees, professional staff and/or external contacts to offer ideas, identify issues, obtain information or deliver services.

* Customer service: Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and respond to requests. As a Core facility, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to complete our users' projects.