Postdoctoral Research Scientist

This opportunity to join the Department of Pediatrics at the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons at the rank of Postdoctoral Research Scientist is an exciting one. Columbia University Irving Medical Center is one of the nation's foremost academic health science centers.The Department of Pediatrics at Columbia University Irving Medical Center is top ranked in comparison with other pediatric departments in the NY region in NIH research funding.

Key Responsibilities

• As a Postdoctoral Research Scientist in our program, the candidate will conduct research on viral infections, with a focus on mechanisms of viral entry and membrane fusion mediated by coronaviruses, mumps virus, and measles virus.
• The candidate will evaluate the antiviral activity, mechanisms of action, and structural determinants of peptides, small molecules, and antibodies.
• The candidate must have extensive training in molecular biology, biochemistry, and cryo-electron microscopy methods. The position involves close collaboration with investigators at Columbia University, Cornell University, and the City University of New York (CUNY).

• Must have a doctorate degree (M.D. or Ph.D.)
• Consistently strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships with professionals in other disciplines.
• The ability to create a high-energy results-oriented work environment that encourages colleagues and staff to value each other's contributions.
• The ability to share and celebrate success with colleagues and staff.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

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.