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Employer Name: Columbia University

Job Type: Support Staff - Non-Union Regular/Temporary: Regular Hours Per Week: 35 Building: Jerome L. Greene Science Center Salary Range: $38,600 - $42,000 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. Position Summary Columbia University's Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute brings together world-class scientists across academic disciplines conducting pioneering research to transform our understanding of how the brain works ? and gives rise to mind and behavior. The Institute fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment across 50+ labs, advancing insights into human health by exploring how the brain develops, performs, endures and recovers. At the Zuckerman Institute, we are committed to becoming a more inclusive, equitable and diverse place of scientific discovery and support a culture of respect. Promoting diversity in science will help drive the transformative science that can change the world. Situated in the Jerome L. Greene Science Center on Columbia?s Manhattanville campus, the state-of-the-art building offers an environment where the highest level of scholarly scientific research takes place on a daily basis, with the benefit of being located in the heart of New York, one of the world?s most vibrant and culturally rich cities. The Zuckerman Institute at Columbia University is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a Research Staff Assistant working in our ICM Vivarium Facility located in the Jerome L. Green Science Center. The Research Staff Assistant will report to the Operations Lead and will be responsible for providing husbandry support to the Institute. The ICM / Vivarium Facility is a 7 day a week operation. Applicants must have weekend and evening availability. The Cagewash Technician is an essential personnel role. Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Clean, sanitize, and sterilize equipment using an automated sanitizing system. Operation of rack and tunnel washers. Dispose of waste in compliance with university, federal, and state regulations. Supporting a sanitary environment by assisting with cleaning throughout the facility. Adherence with sanitation and sterilization schedules for vivarium and facility spaces. Perform minor or preventative maintenance on equipment. Observe and report any necessary equipment repair or damage. Perform inventory-related duties including the movement/delivery of feed with the use of racks, carts, dollies, and other equipment. Refilling of water bottles and other stocking needs as assigned. Participate in ongoing employee training programs with special emphasis on safety and health training and safe work practices and use of personal protective equipment. Ensure adherence with safety, compliance, and research-related protocols. Additional duties as assigned or necessary. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. Six (6) months of experience working within a vivarium or similar facility. Must be able to work with various cleaning and sanitizing chemicals. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, climb, stoop, bend, reach, and stand for prolonged periods. Preferred Qualifications Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred knowledge of the following equipment: autoclaves, automatic conveyor belt cleaning systems, disposal of waste materials. The ideal candidate must possess sound judgment with a collaborative style that fosters teamwork and cooperation beyond the immediate team to the broader organization. Candidate should have experience with mechanical machinery and operations and be able to perform physical labor involving the breaking down and setting up of heavy caging. It is highly recommended that the candidate passes the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician level after one year of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.