Postdoctoral Research Scientist

A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Emmanuel Zorn at the Columbia Center for Translational Immunology (http://www.cumc.columbia.edu/ccti/) to study anti-tumor B cell immunity in human lung cancer. This project will be conducted in collaboration with investigators at the Columbia University Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center.

The research will focus on defining the specificity and function of tumor-infiltrating B cells and plasma cells. Approaches will include single-cell multi-omics (10X single-cell RNAseq paired with BCRseq), high dimensional flow cytometry, expression cloning and characterization of monoclonal antibodies.

We are seeking a creative, independent and motivated individual with relevant research experience. Applicants should have a Ph.D. and/or M.D with strong training in immunology, protein analysis methods, molecular techniques and a proven track record of productivity (first authors publications  in peer-reviewed journals is expected).

Columbia University Irving Medical Center located in uptown Manhattan offers a world-class scientific environment for biomedical training. The CCTI is a multidisciplinary research center fostering collaboration across departments and promoting the translational of immunological discoveries from the bench to the clinic.

 

Salary: Starting at $72,500/year and commensurate with experience

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

Application: Please send a full CV, a cover letter outlining research interests and goals, and the names and contact information of three references to:

Dr. Emmanuel Zorn:

ez2184@cumc.columbia.edu