Non-Student Short-Term Casual
- Requisition no: 539492
- Work type: Part Time
- Location: Medical Center
- School/Department: Pediatrics
- Grade: Ungraded
- Categories: Research (Lab and Non-Lab), General Administration, Administrative Support
- Job Type: Short Term Casual
- Bargaining Unit:
- Regular/Temporary: Temporary
- End Date if Temporary: 02/29/2024
- Hours Per Week: 10
- Standard Work Schedule:
- Building:
- Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.00
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 Pediatrics is seeking a Non Student Short-Term Casual to join our team in a temporary part time position to work within the Division of Molecular Genetics Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s Department of Pediatrics is a world leader in providing care for children. Our mission areas include Healthcare, Education and Research. We offer care for our patients in over 25 specialty areas as well as individualized care for complex cases. Our Residency, Fellowship and Graduate programs are among the best in the Nation. Our Clinical, Translational and Basic Science research features collaborations across specialties and stretches from the bench to bedside. We also have several active Clinical trials available to our patients. This position will provide support for our work on the molecular mechanisms underlying human obesity.
Responsibilities
- Supervised by the PI and Research Scientists, assist in studies on stem cell culture and beta cell differentiation, as well as the genetic modification of stem cells using Crispr/Cas9 targeting and other commonly used methods for analysis, including PCR and DNA sequencing, flow cytometry and immunostaining.
- Assist in analysis on the computer, including DNA sequence analysis, image analysis, and other data analysis.
- Participate in lab meetings and presentations.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Graduate or Equivalency required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong organizational skills and excellent communication skills.
- Ability to maintain clear records, and work in a team environment.
Other Requirements
- Basic computer skills which include knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
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