Paid Full-time Technician/Staff Associate, Immunology

Organization

Human Immune Monitoring Core at Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Position Description The HIMC at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking a student to join their team as a technician or staff associate. The student will be working on CyTOF and other cutting-edge technology for flow cytometry and translational immunology/immuno-oncology research involving high-dimensional single-cell analysis. Hands-on training will be provided.

Responsibilities include:

• Learning and mastering the operation of CyTOF

• Preparing and managing analysis reagents

• Preparing clinical and laboratory samples for analysis

• Processing data and assisting in data analysis

• Assisting with the development of innovative assays, methods, and reagents

Position Requirements

• B.S. with an emphasis on engineering, physics, and/or biology

• Hands-on laboratory experience in immunology, molecular biology, and/or microbiology techniques including sterile cell culture, tissue preparation, and cell isolation, staining and accurate serial dilution

• Detail-oriented

• Ability to learn complex new skills

• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets

• Strong organizational skills, good communication skills, and ability to interact well with others

• Experience with flow cytometry or mass cytometry a plus

• Proficiency in database software, collaborative management tools, lab automation, and cloud computing a plus

• Proficiency in high-dimensional data analysis tools and bioinformatics/programming a plus

• Willingness to work flexible/late shifts a plus

• Experience processing clinical samples a plus

• Knowledge and experience in financial analysis a plus

Time Commitment

Full-time, with a minimum commitment of two years

Compensation TBD

Apply To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to Xinzheng Guo