Technician II - Dongre and Simmons Labs

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

21h • $23 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biomedical and Translational Sciences (BTS) at Cornell University is a newly established, multidisciplinary department formed in 2026 through the merger of Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine. This position supports research operations across two labs, contributing to both laboratory management and hands-on scientific work. The role offers a unique opportunity to engage in diverse research activities, including cell culture, animal work, and general lab operations within a collaborative academic environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and up to 2 years relevant experience working in a research laboratory or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in basic lab techniques and principles of molecular biology.
• Prior experience with mammalian tissue culture.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills.
• Successful completion of Cornell training courses (i.e., animal care and use, chemical safety), if not already completed.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in biology or related field
• Prior experience with mouse work required.
• Experience with administering mouse injections.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate lab operations: inventory tracking, ordering (Excel), receiving packages, and maintaining overall lab organization
• Support research & animal work: rodent husbandry (breeding, weaning, culling), tissue prep for histology, basic cell line maintenance & mycoplasma testing
• Maintain facilities & compliance: autoclaving, waste disposal, equipment upkeep (incubators, LN₂, water baths), stocking supplies, enforcing safety protocols
• Manage lab operations: inventory/database coordination, ordering, receiving packages, and core facility tasks (autoclaving, waste, LN₂, equipment maintenance)
• Lead cell culture work: maintain cancer/primary cell lines, monitor health & contamination, plate cells, and track activity in a daily database (includes occasional weekend work)
• Support experiments: prepare media/buffers, set up reagents and instruments, and assist with basic assays (e.g., immunoblotting, ELISA, BCA)

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED