Research scientist Job at The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York, New York, NY

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  • The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Columbia University in the City of New York: Columbia University Irving Medical Center: Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons: Microbiology

Location

02

Open Date

Aug 31, 2024

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$71,050-$71,050

Description

The Symington Lab is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scientist (PhD or MD-PhD) to study DNA repair mechanisms in the budding yeast model system. The main focus of the laboratory is to understand the mechanisms of homology-directed repair (HDR) of DSBs. Projects include: (1) The role of chromatin remodeling complexes in regulating DNA end resection. (2) Use of Cas9 nickases to model replication fork collapse and subsequent repair. (3) Understanding the mechanisms that suppress the accumulation of chromosome rearrangements. The successful candidate is expected to take the lead role in projects, present data at lab meetings and conferences, to publish manuscripts as a lead author, and to contribute to supervising students and support staff. We seek a scientist who is able to work independently and who demonstrates critical thinking and scientific rigor.

Qualifications

* PhD in genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field.

* Experience in DNA manipulations, chromatin precipitation, qPCR, or related methods.

* First author publication in peer-reviewed journal

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Ability to work independently and in a team.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should send a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Lorraine Symington, PhD at [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

Job Tags

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