Associate Research Scientist – Infectious Diseases
Research Associate @Columbia University posted 2 weeks agoJob Description
College / School / Unit
Columbia University in the City of New York / Columbia University Irving Medical Center / Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons / Medicine
Department
MED Infectious Diseases
Location
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Salary Range
$78,155 to $86,368
Posted
May 29, 2025
Apply By
Jul 15, 2025
Description
The Division of Infectious Diseases and Uhlemann Lab is seeking a highly motivated associate research scientist (PhD or MD/PhD) to study microbiome, comparative genomics, and microbial resistance. Projects include providing support to the Microbiome Core in the department of medicine. The selected candidate is expected to take the lead role in projects, support grant applications and manuscripts and contribute to supervising students and staff. We seek an energetic, inquisitive scientist who will work in a highly collaborative environment and who demonstrates critical thinking and scientific rigor. The laboratory is located in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center, providing the candidate access to world-class resources and a highly collaborative, enriching scientific environment.
Qualifications
1.    A Ph.D. in microbiology, genetics, molecular biology or a related field.
2.    Experience in Metagenomic analysis for human disease samples
3.    A strong background in one of the following areas: microbial genomics, developing virome pipeline
4.    Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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.
