• Job Type: Support Staff - Union
• Bargaining Unit: SSA
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule: Mon - Fri (9am - 5pm)
• Building: Columbia University Medical Center
• Salary Range: $55,112.05 - $55,112.05

Position Summary

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons is accepting applications for a Technician B. This position will support the basic and translational research in the area of cardiovascular medicine. The Technician B will work closely with the principal investigator, surgeons and researchers on projects focusing on heart valve physiology, cardiovascular tissue biomechanics, vascular cell physiology, and tissue biochemistry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process clinical samples for storage in biobank
• Perform basic and translational research experiments in the area of cardiovascular medicine, focusing on structural heart disease, myocardial dysfunction, and biomaterial interactions
• Communicate with interdisciplinary teams, including researchers, clinicians, engineers, and biologists
• Facilitate benchtop research and manage clinical information pertaining to research specimens.
• Compile and present results in a brief and efficient approach.
• Assist with the preparation of manuscripts and presentations.
• Support other functions as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years laboratory experience outside of course work preferred.
• Familiarity and experience with the following laboratory techniques: processing clinical samples, histology, cell culture, immunoassays, biomechanics, imaging, and data analysis preferred.
• Experience working with patient files, patient demographics and clinical information preferred.

Other Requirements

• Strong communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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