The Department of Microbiology & Immunology at Columbia University Medical Center seeks a Technician B with a background in molecular biology and tissue culture to
assist the Principal Investigator of a dynamic, publication-driven research lab
that studies malaria. More details about the lab can be found at http://microbiology.columbia.edu/fidock.
The successful applicant will assist with the
daily activities of a research group focused on Plasmodium
falciparum parasite biology with a particular emphasis on understanding the
molecular basis of drug resistance in malaria, drug discovery research, and the
role of genes in malaria pathogenesis. The Technician B will be expected to conduct P.
falciparum culture work, including maintenance of parasites, drug assays,
generation of drug-resistant parasites, and parasite cloning, under
supervision. S/he will also be expected to assist with general lab management
including maintaining adequate supplies of reagents, national/international
shipping and contact with vendors. We are looking for a research technician who
would like to stay for 2-3 years prior to pursuing further studies in a PhD or
MD program. The position would begin preferably in June 2019. Interested
applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and transcript (unofficial is
fine) to Dr. Fidock at df2260@cumc.columbia.edu.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in
education, training and experience.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must have undergraduate university course work in biology,
preferably including molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology and/or
genetics.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Research experience and technical proficiency in cell
culture is preferred.
ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS
Parasite culture work - 20%
Generation of drug-resistant parasites -
40%
Molecular biology - 10%
Data analysis - 10%
Lab management - 30%
Contact with -
Blood-borne pathogens (Plasmodium falciparum, Biosafety
Level 2)
Chemicals
JOB DATA/JOB SCOPE
Technician B will conduct parasite culture
work, perform molecular and biochemistry projects, analyze and prepare data
for inclusion in reports and publications, and perform other related duties as
assigned.
