"Technician B"

Position Summary

The Center for Early Relational Health at Columbia University, as it expands nationally and underscores the importance of human connectedness, is currently searching for a Technician B. The Technician B role within the Covid-19 Mother Baby Outcomes (COMBO) Initiative/Center Early Relational Health (CERH) Study research team is an integral part of our mission to advance scientific understanding in human connectedness including neurodevelopment, growth, maternal cognitive function, socioemotional function, and much more. Working under the supervision of senior researchers, the Technician B will play a hands-on role in conducting experiments, collecting data, and assisting with the coordination of research activities.

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Responsibilities

• Data Collection and Analysis: Accurately record data and maintain detailed records of procedures and outcomes.
• Assist in the analysis of data under the guidance of senior researchers.
• Will be responsible for assuring compliance with study protocols, including IRB, and HIPPA.
• Assist with management of the lab including ordering, maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies
• Screen, schedule, and assist with research participants
• Interpreting and presenting data, and participating in manuscript preparation
• REDCap management, project setup, and customize project settings and forms based on the requirements of individual research studies.
• Performs related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or physics or a completed animal husbandry program or equivalent in education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of various related laboratory procedures and techniques preferred.

One year of related experience preferred.

Bilingual Spanish.