Lab Technician - Microbiology and Immunology

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Lab Technician eager to contribute to impactful work that advances animal and public health. This position provides hands-on laboratory and research support, assisting with daily lab operations as well as molecular biology experiments involving animal, human, and arthropod samples. You will work closely with lab members in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while gaining experience with several lab techniques. This role is ideal for a reliable, detail-oriented individual who enjoys both laboratory organization and experimental research.

The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide general laboratory support, including ordering, receiving, tracking, and maintaining inventories of supplies

• Perform laboratory experiments in collaboration with lab members, including processing samples from animal, human, and arthropod sources

• Conduct molecular biology techniques such as RNA and DNA isolation, PCR, and pathogen genomic sequencing, with training and supervision

• Assist with analysis of viral infections and support a variety of laboratory projects as needed

• Maintain a high level of reliability, organization, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication while working in a team-based environment

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in biological sciences, or a closely related field, and two years of relevant experience equivalent combination of education and experience

• Experience with handling clinical samples and performing "wet-lab" experiments

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with tact and discretion

Preferred Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of cell cultures, immunology, handling of infectious samples

• Hands-on experience with sequencing library preparation

• Animal husbandry and animal handling experience

• Licensed veterinary technician or equivalent

Important Details about the Position

• This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY.

• This is a full-time one-year term position with potential for extension contingent upon funding and performance.

• We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position.

• Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

The Technician II will be primarily appointed in the Whittaker lab but will also be expected to work in the Goodman lab at the Baker Institute for Animal Health. The typical work schedule will be two 8-hour days per week at each site (32h/week), with additional hours as needed up to 40h/week.

The Following Documents are Required to be Submitted with your Application

• Resume

• Cover Letter

What We Offer:

Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.

• 3 weeks of paid vacation

• 13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to be used at your discretion

• An award-winning employer provided benefits program

  • Comprehensive health care options

  • Access to wellness programs

  • Employee discounts with local and national retail brands

  • Generous retirement contributions

  • Impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program

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Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success.

Who We Are:

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology comprises an interactive faculty engaged in research and teaching in infectious disease and host immune response. We study a range of pathogens, primarily viruses, bacteria and parasites, and other insults such as toxins. Our immunology interests include innate and adaptive responses to pathogenic agents, immune regulation, vaccine development, and host damage due to inflammation and autoimmunity. Our faculty members are associated with many graduate fields across campus.

Questions?

Gabriel Gonzalez - gag95@cornell.edu

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