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Posted: 24-Jan-26

Location: New York, New York

Type: Full-time

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Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 555016

• Job Type: Support Staff - Non-Union
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• End Date if Temporary: 6 months from hire date
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $40,400-$40,400

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 Department of Biological Sciences at Columbia University is hiring a Research Staff Assistant to support the Yuste Lab in research activities such as animal colony, supply, equipment, and compliance. The incumbent will support the lab's research in Neurobiology. 

This is a 6-month, full-time, grant-funded position, with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding approval.

Responsibilities

• Assists with molecular biology experiments and preparation: CRISPR, Western Blot, and Culture Prep, and ensures accurate and reliable results.
• Ensures compliance with laboratory health and safety rules and regulations in close collaboration with the Office of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS).
• Performs routine maintenance and calibration of equipment to ensure true accuracy.
• Collects and maintains research data and archives.
• Monitors laboratory supplies and ensures prompt ordering.
• Keeps the laboratory clean and organized.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-3 months of experience in a research environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Neurobiology/Science, Biochemistry, or other similar field.
• 12 months of experience in a research environment.

Other Requirements

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain high confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong multi-tasking, prioritization, and organization skills.
• Attention to detail, research, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter, a fast learner who can work independently under limited supervision.
• Work well in an interactive team environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

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