Research Support Specialist I
About The Position
The Department of Entomology at Cornell University is seeking a highly qualified professional to support new and ongoing research focused on small molecule quantification. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to interdisciplinary research involving analytical chemistry, chromatography, natural products chemistry, and ecotoxicology. The successful candidate will work with researchers, students, and laboratory staff to support chemical analysis, data collection and interpretation, laboratory operations, and research activities. The position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree or completion of a four-year formal training program in chemistry, chemical ecology, ecotoxicology, or a related science, plus 2 to 4 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A strong background and research experience in analytical chemistry, chromatography, and interest in ecotoxicology.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a research team.
- Comfortable with basic computer programs such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Photoshop, as well as specialized chromatography programs including Chromeleon and TraceFinder.
- The ability to manage databases in Excel and perform basic statistical analyses in R.
- The ability to develop effective working relationships with a wide variety of people while creating a high-quality and respectful work environment.
- Visual concentration, attention to detail and manual dexterity are required.
- The ability to lift 20-50 pounds.
- Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities.
Nice To Haves
- PhD or Master’s degree or other formal training program of equivalence in chemistry, chemical ecology, ecotoxicology, or related sciences.
- Extensive experience operating, maintaining, and developing new methods for GC-MS/MS applications, and experience with LC-MS/MS.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain GC-MS/MS instrumentation and be familiar with LC-MS/MS instrumentation to support small molecule quantification and research.
- Coordinate chemical extraction, sample preparation, data collection, analysis, and basic statistical analysis of environmental and chemistry samples.
- Evaluate, interpret, and summarize analytical data and communicate results to researchers and other clients.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, computers, facilities, and supplies, including ordering materials and coordinating purchases and waste disposal.
- Develop and maintain laboratory protocols and ensure research activities comply with safety requirements.
- Train and supervise undergraduate and graduate students in laboratory procedures and assist with research projects.
- Contribute to manuscripts, grants, reports, and other research materials through writing, revision, and proofreading.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health care options
- Generous retirement contributions
- Access to wellness programs
- Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
- Health and personal leave
- Three weeks of vacation
- 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.
- Two additional floating holidays
- Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
- Tuition aid for external education
- Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
