Staff Associate III - Hematology & Oncology

　　A full-time Staff Associate is needed to join the Cellular Immunotherapy Laboratory at CUIMC, and participate in cutting edge immunotherapy clinical trials using novel CAR-T cells and TCR T cells for treatment of cancer and viral infections. Experienced, enthusiastic and committed, the Staff Associate will need to demonstrate background in immunology and/or immunotherapy, proficiency in working in a clean room environment, using aseptic techniques, maintaining tissue cultures and performing required assays (e.g. flow cytometry, cytotoxicity and sterility) on human lymphocytes.

　　Responsibilities

　　Participate in all aspects of pre-clinical development of the GMP products, and routine manufacturing activities under approved INDsWorking independently, assist in design of experiments and protocols, offer guidance and teaching to the junior members of the teamProduce, maintain, and cryopreserve cGMP grade cell linesDevelop and perform assays on cellular products for functionality and safetyPerform a variety of techniques including qPCR, ELISA and flow cytometryPerform daily QC on instruments, as appropriate, and monitor that preventive maintenance is timely performed on laboratory instruments and equipmentPerform genetic modification of human lymphocytes with different vectorsComply with facility's standard operating procedures and policiesAdhere to and maintain understanding of regulatory requirements including cGTP, FDA, FACT standardsPerform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Master's or Bachelor's degree with 5 years' experience in chemistry, biology or physics or related science or equivalent in education, training, and experienceBackground in immunologyAt least one year experience with advanced tissue culture techniques, flow cytometry and other immunological assaysTeam player with strong organizational skillsAbility to work independently and interest in learning new skills and technologiesPreferred Qualifications

　　Current NYS Medical Technologist License is desiredCandidates with doctoral degree will be considered.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