Lab Technician - Whittaker Lab
About The Position
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
Requirements
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Practical knowledge of cell cultures, immunology, handling of infectious samples
- Hands-on experience with sequencing library preparation
- Animal husbandry and animal handling experience
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
