Associate Research Scientist - Biomedical Engineering At Columbia University, Biomedical Engineering Department

Engineering University

New York, NY, USA
On-site
Synthesis of polymeric carriers
Encapsulation of sirna in nanoparticles
Flow cytometry cell population identification
The Associate Research Scientist will assist with developing the research and operations of the Leong Lab focusing on therapeutic applications and disease modeling

Job Summary

  • The Associate Research Scientist will assist with developing the research and operations of the Leong Lab focusing on therapeutic applications and disease modeling.
  • Responsibilities include conducting advanced biomedical research, mentoring students, managing grant proposals, and ensuring smooth laboratory operations.
  • The laboratory’s research focuses on cell interactions with nanostructures, human tissue-on-chips, and patient-specific brain organoids to model neuropsychiatric disorders and opioid usage.

Matching Summary

The Associate Research Scientist will assist with developing the research and operations of the Leong Lab focusing on therapeutic applications and disease modeling.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • synthesis of polymeric carriers
  • encapsulation of siRNA in nanoparticles
  • flow cytometry cell population identification
  • qPCR knockdown quantification
  • confocal microscopy tissue analysis
  • grant proposal writing and management
  • lab materials and equipment coordination

Nice-to-have

  • mentoring research trainees
  • manuscript preparation
  • presentation of research findings
  • coordination with lab members
  • in vivo evaluation techniques

Key Requirements

  • experience with polymeric carrier synthesis
  • knowledge of siRNA nanoparticle encapsulation
  • proficiency in flow cytometry and qPCR
  • experience with confocal microscopy
  • grant proposal writing experience

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