Technician B

Columbia University
United States, New York, New York
Nov 07, 2024
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: $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 The Organoid and Cell Culture Core at Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center, Columbia University Medical Center, New York is seeking a full-time technician, who will be instrumental in the daily operations of the OCCC. This staff member will be primarily responsible for fulfilling basic service requests such as mycoplasma testing, conditioned medium preparation, and shipping, and will also be involved in the generation and characterization of novel patient-derived organoid lines. A promising candidate will have a bachelor or master's degree in one or more of the areas of biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry and must be detail-oriented, organized, able to work independently, and curious to learn new techniques. Hands-on experience with cell culture and molecular biology techniques is a plus, but not required. Responsibilities Handle routine organoid and cell culture, including cataloguing, annotation and quality control. Maintain routine mycoplasma testing. Prepare and restock critical reagents and supplies. Assist with documentation of both routine and experimental protocols as well as daily activities. Prepare and communicate reports, results and progress with supervisors. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, math, computer sciences, or related fields or equivalent in education, training and experience. Other Requirements Experience in cell culture. Basic knowledge of cellular and molecular biology techniques. Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.