The Wan Lab at Columbia University Medical Center is seeking an Associate Research Scientist/Postdoctoral Scientist in the area of cardiovascular biology and imaging to study the molecular mechanisms of and cellular electrophysiology of cardiac arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia. Preference for candidates that have demonstrated experience in animal handling, molecular biology techniques and at least some understanding of cellular electrophysiology. Recent PhD graduates (or equivalents) with trainings in any field of biology are welcome to apply. Candidates with experience in cardiovascular research using mouse models and optical mapping will be given preference. The qualified candidates are expected to be self-motivated and team-oriented. Columbia University provides officers with excellent work environment and the positions are available for four years and supported by the NIH funding, with salaries/benefits according to the NIH and institutional guidelines. Required Skills -Perform independent investigative procedures and operating a variety of imaging scientific equipment such as echocardiography, confocal imaging and murine surgeries. -Prepare figures, collect, record, organize and verify the accuracy of data; perform calculations and prepare charts, graphs, reports and manuscript. May use software applications to assemble, manipulate and/or format data and test reports. -Configure and operate laboratory apparatus and instruments; read and record instrument data; tabulate data; keep laboratory records. -Participate in laboratory meetings and planning sessions. -Read and interpret scientific manuscripts -Ability to program in Matlab and/or Python would be given special consideration
Required Experience – MD or PhD in biology or relevant field of science or technology required. – Generally experienced in job duties and in the principles and practices associated with those duties with an understanding of the underlying scientific principles. – Ability to draft routine reports and keep accurate records of work performed. – Actively seeks opportunities to increase skills and expertise. – Able to learn complex tasks with general instruction. – Able to use experience to perform a variety of new techniques.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter describing previous research experience and career goals, curriculum vitae, along with names of three references to:
Elaine Y. Wan, MD, FACC, FAHA Esther Aboodi Assistant Professor of Cardiology (in Medicine) Columbia University Medical Center eyw2003@cumc.columbia.edu www.cardiac-arrhythmia.org