Technician B

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct molecular biology and biochemistry experiments related to ongoing projects under PI guidance
• Participate in research projects focused on transposon biology and genome engineering, including planning and data analysis
• Assist in establishing laboratory infrastructure, including equipment setup and workspace organization
• Coordinate purchasing, inventory, and ordering of reagents, consumables, and lab supplies
• Manage equipment installation, maintenance, and vendor interactions
• Prepare reagents, maintain stocks, and support day-to-day lab operations and cleanliness
• Assist with record keeping, safety documentation, and institutional compliance
• Attend lab meetings and collaborate with team members to support research goals

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in chemistry, biology, physics, or a related science (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with molecular cloning, protein expression, or basic cell culture
• Experience with laboratory operations or lab management
• Interest in genome biology, chromatin, transposons, or structural biology

About the Company

Columbia University is a world-class research institution. This position is located within the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics in the laboratory of Dr. Akanksha Thawani, focusing on genome biology, transposon mechanisms, and structural biochemistry.