Diagnostic Technologist - Virology

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Diagnostic Technologist I to join the Animal Health Diagnostic Center's Virology Laboratory. In this role, the selected candidate will perform specialized laboratory testing to detect viral diseases or immune responses to viral infections in animals while supporting high-quality diagnostic services. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented laboratory professional who enjoys hands-on bench work and contributing to animal health.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology or related science discipline and up to 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail; ability to perform laboratory procedures and record keeping with accuracy, precision and efficiency.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines; must have strong organizational skills, with the ability to successfully multitask.
• Must be self-motivated and willing to take initiative to continue learning.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time at benches, biological safety cabinets, and microscopes; must be able to pipet for extended periods of time.
• Employees working in the laboratory must receive the pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire, which will be paid for by the department.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of laboratory experience.
• Experience working in an environment with a quality management system.
• Experience working with infectious organisms.
• Successful work experience in a fast-paced, complex, client-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing per established procedures. Testing methods include: virus isolation, cell culture, ELISA, serum neutralization, hemagglutination inhibition, molecular methods, complement fixation, and agar gel immunodiffusion.
• Receive, prepare, and process clinical specimens, including whole blood, serum, swabs, tissues, organs, and postmortem specimens and accurately document test results.
• Support daily laboratory operations, including inventory management, equipment maintenance, and laboratory organization.

Benefits

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 13 additional holiday days with generous holiday pay if you work on those days
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level