Staff Associate I

The Staff Associate I will work with a team of researchers on Alzheimer's Disease and the Aging Brain. The nature of the research is understanding cellular and molecular mechanisms of Alzheimer's disease, cognitive aging, and related disorders. He/she will also contribute conceptual as well as interpretive assistance to the development and implementation of novel ideas that involve possible therapeutic approaches to drug discovery for Alzheimer's disease. Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Functional Knowledge: Knowledge of the research subject and scientific methods of analysis.
• Problem Solving: Utilizes analytical skills to solve moderately complex problems based on guidelines, protocols, and procedure
• Decision Making/Autonomy: Works within guidelines to carry out assigned duties in the design of apparatus, the adaptation of relevant technology to the needs of a project, the conduct of specific experiments, and the analysis of data
• Technical Expertise: Ability to operate and maintain equipment, computers, software programs and research tools in support of the project
• Communication: Shares information and confirmation of data

Bachelor's degree in specific research field and 4 years experience preferred

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.