Columbia University Irving Medical Center · 10 hours ago
Technician B
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$55K/yr - $55K/yr
1+ years expColumbia University Irving Medical Center is a leader in teaching, research, and patient care. They are seeking a Technician B to support a newborn screening research study by recruiting participants, obtaining informed consent, and managing data related to the study.
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Responsibilities
Perform studies on understanding genome instability in early mammalian development
Involve whole genome amplification, NGS, bioinformatics, immunostaining and microscopy, induction of site specific DSBs using Crispr/Cas9 and the evaluation of genetic consequences
Understand genomic attrition at a DSB site
Assist with the study of developmental arrest induced by exogenous RNA
Accurate record who does and does not consent to testing and communicate this back to the study team
Determine why potential participants decline enrollment if they decline
Call out normal results to families
Upload results into the electronic health record
Enter data into the study data base and attend team meetings
Performs related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or physics or a completed animal husbandry program or equivalent in education, training and experience
Candidate must Successfully undergo a drug screening test and a background check prior to receiving a final offer of employment
Must successfully complete applicable compliance and systems training requirements
HIPAA Privacy and Security Essentials Training
Preferred
Master's degree in biotechnology
One year of related experience is preferred
Requires excellent communication and interpersonal skill
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
Knowledge of various related laboratory procedures and techniques preferred
Benefits
Health and Welfare
Employee Assistance
Tuition Programs
Retirement Benefits
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.
10001+ employees
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