Post Doc Research Fellow Lab

Job Type: Support Staff - Non-Union
Bargaining Unit:
Regular/Temporary: End Date if Temporary:
Building: Morningside
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. A Research Assistant position is available immediately in the Laboratory for Stem Cells and Tissue Engineering directed by Dr. We are looking for a highly motivated Research Assistant skilled in cell and tissue culture and basic laboratory techniques to join our dynamic laboratory team. We are working on multiple tissue engineering projects for improving human health. Please see our website for more information: gvnlab.bme.columbia.We expect the Research Assistant to show competence and independence in performing tasks. Strong experimental skills and published experience in the area of the project are encouraged. The Research Assistant is expected to work closely with lab members and collaborators, working on the project.

Develop and execute iPSC differentiation protocols to generate tissue-specific cell types for vascular and disease modeling applications, with a focus on cystic fibrosis.

Maintain standardized protocols for reproducibility and quality assurance; 30%) Laboratory analytics

Quantify and analyze imaging data using ImageJ and other image analysis software; apply Python or MATLAB scripting for data processing and visualization where appropriate.

Assist in the design and fabrication of tissue engineering experiments, including iPSC-derived vasculature models and 3D cell-laden constructs for lung disease applications.
Prepare 3D cell culture constructs, including hydrogel encapsulation systems; Perform primary cell isolation from human and animal tissue samples; Assist in the development and testing of new device or scaffold prototypes, applying engineering design principles including specification definition, iterative testing, and documentation.

Provide technical support across multiple concurrent laboratory projects, including cross-functional collaboration with graduate students, postdocs, and external collaborators.
Perform standard scientific assays including western blot, ELISA, immunostaining, and flow cytometry; troubleshoot protocols and document procedures for laboratory records.
Assist with the training and onboarding of junior laboratory members in cell culture techniques, microscopy, and data analysis; support laboratory inventory management and equipment maintenance.
Bachelor's degree required in a scientific discipline.

Minimum two (2) years of experience in a research environment.

Proficiency in basic laboratory procedures.

S. in Bioengineering or a related field with work at least 2 years' experience in biomedical/bioengineering laboratory or

S. with 1-2 years' work experience.

Interest in research.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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