Columbia University Irving Medical Center · 14 hours ago
Senior Technician
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$62K/yr - $62K/yr
1+ years expColumbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking a Senior Technician to study the molecular and cellular mechanisms of neurodegenerative disease in mouse models. The role involves performing experiments, managing lab inventory, and collaborating with research scientists and students.
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Responsibilities
Use conventional biochemical, molecular, cellular, immunohistochemical, and behavioral assays to perform experimental work either independently or in collaboration with postdoctoral research scientists and graduate students
Maintenance of mouse colonies, behavioral monitoring of mice, genotyping, drug and gene delivery via IP/ICV injections
Dissection of mouse tissue, immunohistochemistry and confocal microscopy
Mammalian tissue culture, transfection and lentivirus/AAV production
Responsible for managing lab inventory and ordering, preparing solutions, and performing other duties necessary to the functioning of the laboratory
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 1.5 years of related experience or equivalent in education, training and experience
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, demonstrated attention to detail, and ability to work independently
Strong knowledge of laboratory equipment and ability to keep accurate records
Preferred
Knowledge of laboratory procedures for mouse colony handling and genotyping
Prior experience with neonatal mouse tissue dissection and immunohistochemical analysis of brain, spinal cord and muscle with cryostat and vibratome sectioning combined with confocal microscopy is highly preferred
Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, molecular biology or neuroscience
Company
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center is a clinical and educational enterprise that offers medical, dental, and nursing services. It is a sub-organization of Columbia University.
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