NHS Human Services, Inc.

The Department of Chemistry at Columbia University is looking to fill the position of Associate Research Scientist or Research Scientist in the Gonzalez research group. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, molecular biophysics, single-molecule biophysics, and/or fluorescence microscopy, with preference given to applicants with experience working with ribosomes, RNA, and/or membrane proteins and/or using single-molecule biophysics and/or fluorescence microscopy. Moreover, the successful candidate will be passionate about the communication of complex scientific concepts and have strong writing skills. In addition, the successful candidate will have a strong interest in the training and mentoring of junior scientists. Responsibilities will include assisting in the design, direction, performance, and oversight of independent projects aimed at characterizing the structural dynamics of biomolecules and investigating the contributions such dynamics make to biomolecular function; drafting and editing grant proposals, progress reports, and manuscripts; mentoring postdoctoral-, graduate-, and undergraduate researchers.

Minimum Degree Required:

Ph.D.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biophysics, Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, or similar; minimum of completion of Ph.D. studies and expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry, molecular biophysics, single-molecule biophysics, and/or fluorescence microscopy.

Preferred Qualifications:

2-5 years of research experience after completing a Ph.D. for Associate Research Scientist candidates.

6-8 years of research experience after completing a Ph.D. for Research Scientist candidates

Experience working with ribosomes, RNA, and/or membrane proteins; expertise in single-molecule biophysics and/or fluorescence microscopy; proficiency at building, optimizing, and/or maintaining laboratory-built fluorescence microscopes, particularly total internal reflection fluorescence (TIRF) microscopes; excellent analytical skills; experience using computational data analysis tools; strong writing skills; experience in writing grants and scientific research articles; the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

All applications must be made through Columbia University's Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system.

Applicants should include a CV, a one-page sample of scientific writing, and a list of references.

Salary range:

Associate Research Scientist: $78,155-$110,000

Research Scientist: $89,628-$125,000