Associate Research Scientist

The Tavazoie laboratory in the Department of Biological Sciences at Columbia University invites applications for an associate research scientist working on studies of microbiome colonization. The applicant needs to have extensive expertise in computational biology, machine learning/AI, molecular biology, microbiology, and in vivo mouse colonization studies. The applicant will conduct research into molecular mechanisms of mammalian gut colonization in collaboration with computational and experimental scientists. Application materials received by February 12, 2026 will recieve full consideration. Application screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Minimum Degree Required: PhD

Field(s) of Specialization: Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology and Computational and Systems Biology

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.