Staff Associate I

This position involves conducting experiments & analysis on projects that aim to identify news drug targets for antimalarial drug design for Malaria Drug Accelerator (MalDA) - a consortium of 17 malaria research labs & industry partners. The candidate for this role will culture malaria parasites, conduct cellular & molecular biology experiments, prepare presentations on behalf of the Fidock lab to the main MalDA group & attend working group meetings. It will also involve close liaison with the lead co-ordinator of MalDA in Fidock lab.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Functional Knowledge: Should have working knowledge of basic cellular and molecular biology, flow cytometry, microscopy & scientific methods of analysis. Assists with experimental design and data analysis.

Problem-Solving: Utilizes analytical skills to solve moderately complex problems based on guidelines, protocols, and procedures. Troubleshoots as needed.

Decision Making/Autonomy: Works within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies required to properly and effectively execute experiments. Works with immediate supervisor to prepare monthly meeting updates

Technical Expertise: Must have ability to operate and maintain equipment, software and instruments used in project. Instrument calibration, maintenance.

Communication: Must be able to present experimental data. There will be monthly meetings between Columbia Uni (Fidock lab) and UCSD (Winzeler lab) where updates will be expected

Specific skills and/or knowledge: Understanding of basic scientific methods. Knowledge in cellular and molecular biology techniques, microscopy and basic biological data analysis skills. Most work will be conducted during regular business hours due to nature of this research some flexibility is possible/desired.

Minimum Educational Requirements Bachelor?s degree in science, Engineering, or related STEM field.