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Technician B

Columbia University
United States, New York, New York
Aug 22, 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-$54,462


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 Center for Radiological Research is seeking a Technician to work with a group of scientists to study the efficacy of a novel drug treatment to mitigate radiation-induced gastrointestinal tract injury.

Responsibilities

Mechanistic studies will be performed to determine the mode of action of the drug using animal models and cell-based assays. The program is highly multidisciplinary, encompassing the fields of radiation biology, biochemistry, and immunology. We are looking for an enthusiastic team player with strong organizational skills, experience with basic laboratory techniques, and knowledge of biological sciences. Working under supervision and independently, he/she will assist in the design of experimental protocols and perform a variety of techniques, including radiation exposures of small animals, tissue collection, flow cytometry, and ELISA. He/she will implement assay protocols according to standard operating procedures that include setting up and carrying out fully planned experiments and keeping data records. The primary work location will be at the Center for Radiological Research at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NY.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or physics, or a completed animal husbandry program or equivalent in education, training, and experience.

Preferred Qualifications



  • Some laboratory experience is preferred, especially familiarity with biological assays and animal handling, although full training will be provided.
  • Knowledge of various related laboratory procedures and techniques preferred.
  • One year of related experience preferred.


Other Requirements



  • Must have general knowledge of biology, small laboratory animal handling, and working with data.

  • This position works with:

    • Small animal handling and irradiation (X-rays)
    • Tissue collection and processing
    • Instrumentation and measurements



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