• Job Type: Support Staff - Union
• Bargaining Unit: SSA
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $67,333.02-$67,333.02

Position Summary

The Biomarkers Core Laboratory of the Irving Institute for Clinical and Translational Research seeks a Research Worker with expertise in multiplex Luminex technology to support immunoassay operations in a high-throughput core laboratory environment. The Research Worker will support the execution of established immunoassays, routine instrument operation, sample handling, and high-quality data acquisition in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) under the supervision of the lab director.

Responsibilities

• Perform multiplex immunoassays using Luminex platforms in accordance with established SOPs, including plate preparation, instrument calibration/verification, troubleshooting, and data acquisition.
• Execute ELISA assays following standard operating procedures and vendor protocols.
• Perform clinical chemistry assays on automated analyzers (e.g., Roche platforms) according to established procedures, including calibration, QC review, routine maintenance, and documentation of results.
• Assist with blood processing, biobanking, and sample handling activities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a master?s degree and at least one year of experience, or a bachelor's degree and at least three years of related experience or equivalent in education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Hands-on experience with the Luminex 200 platform and multiplex kits from Millipore, Thermo, and R&D Systems.

Experience with data processing software such as xPONENT and Analyst for the analysis of large datasets.

Familiarity with assay troubleshooting, QC interpretation, instrument maintenance, and method verification.

Excellent problem-solving abilities, organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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

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