"Associate Research Scientist"

The Tavazoie laboratory in the Department of Biological Sciences at Columbia University invites applications for an associate research scientist working on studies of microbiome colonization. The applicant needs to have extensive expertise in computational biology, machine learning/AI, molecular biology, microbiology, and in vivo mouse colonization studies. The applicant will conduct research into molecular mechanisms of mammalian gut colonization in collaboration with computational and experimental scientists. Application materials received by February 12, 2026 will receive full consideration. Application screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Minimum Degree Required: PhD

Field(s) of Specialization: Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology and Computational and Systems Biology

All applications must be made through Columbia University’s online Academic Search and Recruitment System (ASR). On the site, please upload cover letter, CV, and a list of 3 reference providers (who may be asked to provide a letter at a later date).