This opportunity to join the Department of Pediatrics at the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons at the rank of Postdoctoral Research Scientist is an exciting one. The Department of Pediatrics at Columbia University Irving Medical Center is the top in comparison with other pediatrics department in the NY region in NIH research funding.

　　KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Children's Health Redox Center (CHRC), NY, USA is seeking a hard-working and enthusiastic individual to join a multidisciplinary program focused on multi-omics, particularly lipidomics and redox lipidomics, and mass spectrometry-based spatial biology. Candidates with a background in chemistry, cell/redox biology and PhD in any of the following fields are invited to apply: lipidomics, metabolomics, proteomics, bioinformatics, systems biology or computational biology. Current research interests of the CHRC include development and application of multiplex omics approaches and advanced data analysis tools that enable mechanistic understanding of pathophysiology of childhood neurological disease and discovery of new diagnostic tools and therapies. Candidates will gain experience in scientific writing and presenting their research in national and international meetings.

　　PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

　　Must have a doctorate degree (M.D. or Ph.D.) with preferred field of study in computational biology; other fields of study are acceptable if equivalent expert knowledge can be demonstrated in the mass spectrometric analysis of lipids, protein or metabolites.2 - 3 years of postdoctoral training (applicable only for rank of Associate Research Sci)Consistently strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships with professionals in other disciplines;The ability to create a high-energy results-oriented work environment that encourages colleagues and staff to value each other's contributions; and must be able to work in a team-oriented environment and demonstrate attention to detail and record-keeping.The ability to share and celebrate success with colleagues and staff.Ability to apply and be proficient in R, C++, Perl/Python, and shell scripting in Linux environment.Training in biostatics, image analysis, machine learning, and/or database management are desirable assets.Prior experience in analyzing single-cell and bulk RNAseq, ATACseq and/or ChlPseq data (and other NGS datasets) is also desirable.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.

　　Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

　　Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

　　Minimum Salary: 31200.00Maximum Salary: 31200.00Salary Unit: Yearly