Postdoctoral Research Scientist

THE OPPORTUNITY

This opportunity to join the Department of Pediatrics at the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons at the rank of Postdoctoral Research Scientist is an exciting one. Columbia University Irving Medical Center, one of the nation's foremost academic health science centers. The Department of Pediatrics at Columbia University Irving Medical Center is the top in comparison with other pediatrics department in the NY region in NIH research funding.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Mace Lab at Columbia University in New York is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for a collaborative cell biology project that seeks to define determinants of lymphocyte cell migration. The ideal candidate will have experience with mammalian cell culture, advanced microscopy techniques, and image analysis software. The candidate will work closely with cutting-edge microscopy tools and collaborators working with other model organisms (C. elegans, zebrafish). They will be expected to work independently and possess good written and oral communication skills. A background in computational approaches, including modeling and image analysis, is an asset.

• Must have a doctorate degree (Ph.D.)
• Consistently strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships with professionals in other disciplines.
• The ability to create a high-energy results-oriented work environment that encourages colleagues and staff to value each other's contributions; and
• The ability to share and celebrate success with colleagues and staff.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced imaging and image analysis experience.
• Computational skills for data analysis (R, Python, Matlab).
• Cell biology background.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

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.