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Columbia University
United States, New York, New York
Mar 21, 2026
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: $25.57- $25.57 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 We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented person to assist the research team in all activities related to the study of membrane proteins in the Quick lab. This role provides a unique opportunity work with a world-class team of researchers. Responsibilities Preparation of solutions and materials required for performance of routine experiments. Maintenance of cell cultures & preparation of membrane vesicles. Protein purification & reconstitution. Performance of a variety of standard molecular biology methods such as PCR (or comparable technique)-based site-directed mutagenesis, recombinant cloning techniques, and routine protein-biochemical assays. Maintenance of laboratory inventory of DNA, cell, and protein samples. Performs related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested. Minimum Qualifications Two years of college or a completed A.A. program with an emphasis in chemistry, biology or physics or a completed animal husbandry program. One year of related experience, or equivalent in education, training and/or experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience in wet-lab procedures. Knowledge in preparation of solutions and buffers. DNA mutagenesis and cloning techniques. Knowledge in maintaining small & large-scale pro- and eukaryotic cell cultures. Basic knowledge in protein biochemical methods (including chromatography). Knowledge in basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel) and specialized scientific software (e.g., graphing, in silico DNA and protein analysis software). Other Requirements Must successfully complete all online systems training requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.