Research Assistant

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and characterize PDMS-based microfluidic devices using soft lithography, photolithography, and post-fabrication quality control.
• Develop and optimize bonding protocols for PDMS integration with various substrates, including oxygen plasma-assisted bonding and surface functionalization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design microfluidic architectures and troubleshoot material interface challenges.
• Provide animal handling and surgical support, including monitoring, pre- and post-operative care, and wound induction in compliance with IACUC protocols.
• Prepare and apply experimental wound dressings and devices at designated study timepoints.
• Capture and analyze standardized wound images using digital photography and image processing software.
• Assist with the collection and preparation of biological samples for histological and molecular analyses.
• Perform data analysis, communicate findings to the PI, and manage laboratory supply coordination.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a research environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with animal care in a laboratory environment.
• Proficiency in basic laboratory procedures.

About the Company

Columbia University is a prestigious institution renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and innovative research. The Molecular and Microscale Bioengineering Laboratory within the Department of Biomedical Engineering fosters a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment utilizing state-of-the-art facilities to advance the fields of microfluidics and drug delivery.