About the role
The Ciccia Laboratory in the Department of Genetics and Development at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) is seeking a highly motivated scientist for a Research-Track Assistant Professor (Non-Tenure Track) position. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Alberto Ciccia to help lead the laboratory's research program, mentor trainees, and contribute to the strategic and administrative direction of the lab.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor graduate students and postdoctoral fellows on a day-to-day basis, including experimental design, data interpretation, and career development.
- Play a central role in the preparation, writing, and submission of grant proposals (e.g., NIH R01/R21, foundation, and fellowship applications) to sustain and grow lab funding.
- Organize and coordinate the research activities of the laboratory, including project planning, resource allocation, and lab management.
- Contribute new ideas and help shape future research directions for the laboratory, in areas spanning genome stability, replication stress, and genome editing.
- Design, execute, and interpret experiments related to the laboratory's core research programs, and represent the laboratory's work through publications and presentations at scientific meetings.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in genetics, molecular biology, or cell biology.
- Demonstrated expertise in genome stability and genome editing technologies.
- Background in the study of the mechanisms by which cells respond to replication stress is strongly preferred.
- Solid record of first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals, commensurate with career stage.
- Prior experience mentoring junior researchers and/or contributing to grant writing is highly desirable.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented research environment.
To apply, please submit your application and attach an updated copy of your CV.
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.
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