Associate Research Scientist or Research Scientist

Columbia University; New York, Cary (NY, NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Research Scientist or Research Scientist to join a dynamic research group focused on molecular biology and biochemistry. This role involves leading independent projects that explore the structural dynamics of biomolecules, mentoring junior scientists, and contributing to grant writing and scientific publications. Ideal candidates will possess a Ph.D. and have a strong background in single-molecule biophysics and fluorescence microscopy. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will drive innovative research and contribute to scientific advancement.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a related field with expertise in molecular biology and biochemistry.
• Experience with ribosomes, RNA, and membrane proteins preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and overseeing independent projects on biomolecular dynamics.
• Draft and edit grant proposals and scientific manuscripts.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Biochemistry

Single-Molecule Biophysics

Fluorescence Microscopy

Analytical Skills

Grant Writing

Data Analysis Tools

Mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Biochemistry

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology

Ph.D. in Molecular Biophysics

Tools

Laboratory-Built Fluorescence Microscopes

Computational Data Analysis Tools

Job description

The Department of Chemistry at Columbia University is looking to fill the position of Associate Research Scientist or Research Scientist in the Gonzalez research group. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, molecular biophysics, single-molecule biophysics, and/or fluorescence microscopy, with preference given to applicants with experience working with ribosomes, RNA, and/or membrane proteins and/or using single-molecule biophysics and/or fluorescence microscopy. Moreover, the successful candidate will be passionate about the communication of complex scientific concepts and have strong writing skills. In addition, the successful candidate will have a strong interest in the training and mentoring of junior scientists. Responsibilities will include assisting in the design, direction, performance, and oversight of independent projects aimed at characterizing the structural dynamics of biomolecules and investigating the contributions such dynamics make to biomolecular function; drafting and editing grant proposals, progress reports, and manuscripts; mentoring postdoctoral-, graduate-, and undergraduate researchers.

Minimum Degree Required:

Ph.D.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biophysics, Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, or similar; minimum of completion of Ph.D. studies and expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry, molecular biophysics, single-molecule biophysics, and/or fluorescence microscopy.

Preferred Qualifications:

2-5 years of research experience after completing a Ph.D. for Associate Research Scientist candidates.

6-8 years of research experience after completing a Ph.D. for Research Scientist candidates

Experience working with ribosomes, RNA, and/or membrane proteins; expertise in single-molecule biophysics and/or fluorescence microscopy; proficiency at building, optimizing, and/or maintaining laboratory-built fluorescence microscopes, particularly total internal reflection fluorescence (TIRF) microscopes; excellent analytical skills; experience using computational data analysis tools; strong writing skills; experience in writing grants and scientific research articles; the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

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.