Lead Research Scientist, RyR Calcium Signaling

Columbia University in the City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laboratory of Dr. Andrew R. Marks at Columbia University Irving Medical Center seeks an Associate Research Scientist to lead studies on the ryanodine receptor (RyR) in normal and diseased physiology.

The role includes directing projects in cardiac and brain function using animal models and overseeing junior staff. Applicants should hold a PhD or MD/PhD with strong publications and experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, calcium signaling, protein purification, electrophysiology, and

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD required with outstanding publications.
• Experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, calcium signaling, and protein purification.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects.
• Experience in electrophysiology and animal studies including heart failure models.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects investigating RyR roles in normal and pathological physiology.
• Perform echocardiography, ECGs and physiology measurements in animal models.
• Oversee junior staff and help implement lab protocols.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Calcium signaling

Electrophysiology

Cell biology

Animal studies

Heart failure models

Education

PhD or MD/PhD

Tools

Protein purification

Echocardiography

ECG analysis

Calcium imaging

Job description

The Laboratory of Dr. Andrew R. Marks at Columbia University Irving Medical Center seeks an Associate Research Scientist to lead studies on the ryanodine receptor (RyR) in normal and diseased physiology.

The role includes directing projects in cardiac and brain function using animal models and overseeing junior staff. Applicants should hold a PhD or MD/PhD with strong publications and experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, calcium signaling, protein purification, electrophysiology, and