Lung Biology Research Technician | Lab & Data Skills

Columbia University Irving Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s Lung Biology Laboratory seeks a Technician B to support lung biology and immunobiology research. You will assist with live lung studies, tissue preparation, and data collection in a collaborative team.

The role includes training in various techniques and contributing to manuscript preparation. The position emphasizes strong organizational and communication skills, with opportunities to work on PCR, Western blotting, ELISA, and confocal microscopy in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in science or related field.
• Ability to learn new lab techniques and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Preferred: biology/immunology/physiology/molecular biology background.
• Familiarity with standard lab practices and research environments.
• Experience with mouse models and animal research procedures.
• Experience with confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with scientific or technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with live lung studies and precision-cut lung slices using confocal microscopy.
• Prepare proteins and other lab reagents.
• Maintain and breed transgenic mouse colonies and related records.
• Collect, organize, and present research data.
• Learn and perform data analysis techniques.
• Support lab operations and ensure protocol compliance and safety.
• Assist in preparing manuscripts, grants, and regulatory documents.
• Collaborate with faculty, trainees, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or physics

Job description

Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s Lung Biology Laboratory seeks a Technician B to support lung biology and immunobiology research. You will assist with live lung studies, tissue preparation, and data collection in a collaborative team.

The role includes training in various techniques and contributing to manuscript preparation. The position emphasizes strong organizational and communication skills, with opportunities to work on PCR, Western blotting, ELISA, and confocal microscopy in a