Associate Research Scientist – Columbia Nano Initiative | Columbia University - CNI

The Genetics Society of America Incorporated; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking an Associate Research Scientist to lead cutting-edge research in molecular biology and electrophysiology. This role involves developing novel optical biosensors and genetically engineered strains, alongside managing high throughput workflows for functional characterization. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in a related field and have a strong publication record, with at least three years of postdoctoral experience. Join a forward-thinking team and contribute to groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of science and technology.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field with strong publication record.
• 3+ years of postdoctoral research experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee molecular biology and electrophysiology experiments.
• Design and implement mutagenic strategies for biosensors.

Skills

Molecular Engineering

Cell Culture

High Throughput Workflows

Optical Systems

Education

PhD in Biology

PhD in Chemistry

PhD in Physics

Tools

Bioluminescent Bacterial Strains

Fluorescent Bacterial Strains

Automated Optical Systems

Job description

The Associate Research Scientist will oversee molecular biology and electrophysiology experiments to develop novel optical biosensors of environmental and physiological signals. The work will include designing, making, and modifying genetically engineered bioluminescent and fluorescent bacterial strains (e.g., E. coli, V. fischeri) and mammalian cell lines (e.g., HEK-293, B-cell and β-cell lines, iPSC-derived cell lines) and their phenotypic and functional in vitro validation. He/she will also design and implement mutagenic strategies for the directed evolution of novel biosensors and develop high throughput optical and electrophysiological pipelines for functional characterization of candidate constructs. Other tasks include academic publishing and project management.

Qualifications

• PhD in biology, chemistry, physics, or a related field
• Strong publication record
• Expertise in molecular engineering, prokaryotic and mammalian cell culture (primary and immortalized cell lines), designing and operating high throughput, cell-based, protein evolution workflows, automated optical systems
• At least 3 years of postdoctoral research experience in a related field.

Application Instructions

All candidates MUST apply through the Columbia University website using the following link: https://academic.careers.columbia.edu/#!/161265