The Associate Research Scientist will analyze genetic data for Mendelian traits using a vareity of laboratory and computational techniques.

Analyze next-generation sequence data (exome and whole-genome) generated on samples from individuals with a variety of Mendelian traits including nonsyndromic hearing impairment, intellectual disabilities, and skeletal disorders. Use filtering techniques, bioinformatics evaluation, and molecular modeling to identify putatively pathogenic variants will be used. Perform DNA extraction, measure DNA concentrations, and perform PCR. Write-up results for publications and present results and meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

The applicant should have an M.D. or Ph.D. (or related degree) in bioinformatics, genetics, molecular biology, epidemiology, computer science or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in analyzing genetic data e.g. next-generation sequence data, programming/writing scripts e.g. Python is highly desirable, and experience performing laboratory work with DNA samples, e.g., extraction and PCR.

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.