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Technician B

Columbia University
United States, New York, New York
Oct 15, 2025
Job Type: Support Staff - Union Bargaining Unit: SSA Regular/Temporary: Regular End Date if Temporary: Hours Per Week: 35 Standard Work Schedule: Building: Salary Range: $54,462.05- $54,462.05 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 The Department of Pathology and Cell Biology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center seeks a highly organized and enthusiastic technician. The primary responsibilities of this position include: participation in day-to-day laboratory research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator and lab manager. Skills frequently utilized to complete daily tasks include: basic lab skills (e.g. pipetting, loading a gel), phlebotomy, and sterile technique This role involves both wet lab work and animal model management, with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge projects involving adeno-associated virus (AAV) biology, immune profiling, and antibody discovery A successful candidate will be a self-starter, work well within teams, have excellent organizational and record keeping skills, and be able to multi-task while maintaining precision and quickness. Responsibilities 45% - Recording/analyzing data 20% - Performing animal experiments 20% - General lab maintenance 10% - Animal husbandry 5% - Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics, or related science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree (or higher) Prior lab experience is a plus Ability to communicate effectively and work in teams, good interpersonal skills Ideal candidate will be highly motivated, highly organized, able to multi-task, take initiative, start and complete projects, and have impeccable record keeping skills Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.