About this role
Job title: Research Staff Assistant
Columbia University's Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute unites world-class scientists across diverse academic disciplines to conduct groundbreaking research that transforms our understanding of the brain and its influence on the mind and behavior.
As a leading neuroscience institute, our mission is to decipher the mind and brain to better understand behavior. Our researchers are committed to foundational science, uncovering the principles that shape how the brain develops, functions, and recovers.
With more than 50 labs, the Zuckerman Institute serves as a hub for collaboration, bringing together Columbia’s top scholars to drive research in bold new directions. Located in Manhattanville, our state-of-the-art Jerome L. Greene Science Center provides an inspiring home for discovery in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
The Polleux Lab, a cutting-edge neuroscience laboratory at the Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute, is seeking a highly motivated Research Staff Assistant to assist in investigating the role of microglia in synaptic connectivity.
This is a full-time grant funded position.
Responsibilities
Under the structured supervision of the PI, responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
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Assist with performing techniques such as fixed tissue slicing, tissue dissociation, cell sorting, and cell staining and washing.
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Assist with basic mouse handling and preparation for survival and non-survival surgical procedures.
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Assist in performing tasks involving flow cytometry, microbiology, and molecular biology.
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Minimum Qualifications
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High School Diploma or equivalent required.
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0-3 Months of experience in a research environment.
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Preferred Qualifications
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Knowledge of basic chemistry techniques.
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Must be comfortable working with vertebrate animals such as fish and mice.
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Must be highly motivated, self-starter, with meticulous laboratory habits.
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Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
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Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.