Technician B

Columbia University; Village of Irvington (NY); On-site; USD 49,600 - 60,623; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University is seeking a Laboratory Technician B at its Center for Radiological Research in Irvington, New York. The role involves coordinating experiments, maintaining animal colonies, and analyzing samples as part of a dedicated research team.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a related science and experience with rodents. The position offers a supportive work environment and is conveniently located near public transit.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics or related science or equivalent education and experience.
• Prior experience working with rodents, or willingness to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating radiation dates and animal ordering.
• Maintaining rat colonies, including cage changes and monitoring weights.
• Collecting blood and tissue samples from rats.
• Performing blood cell analysis by flow cytometry.
• Preparing tissue samples for histological analysis.

Skills

Experience working with rodents

Molecular and cellular biology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics or related science

Job description

• Job Type: Support Staff - Union
• Bargaining Unit: SSA
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule: 9am-5pm
• Building:
• Salary Range: $55,112.05-$55,112.05

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.

Position Summary

Columbia University's Center for Radiological Research is looking for a Laboratory Technician B. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who will be part of a highly supportive close-knit research team. The research project relates to the effects of radiation in rodent models, with a number of exciting real-world clinical applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating radiation dates and animal ordering
• Maintaining rat colonies – cage changes, monitoring weights, preparing animals for radiation experiments
• Collecting blood and tissue samples from rats
• Performing blood cell analysis by flow cytometry
• Preparing tissue samples for histological analysis

The position is based at the Columbia University Radiological Research Accelerator Facility (RARAF). RARAF is part of Columbia Nevis Labs in Irvington, New York, and is readily accessible via the Metro-North Hudson Line train.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicant mustmeet these minimum qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Prior experience working with rodents, or interest in being trained to work with rodents, is required.

Preferred Qualifications

General knowledge of molecular and cellular biology is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.