Technician III

Cornell University • Ithaca, MI

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Cornell University, an innovative Ivy League institution, fosters an inclusive community dedicated to teaching, discovery, and engagement. With campuses in Ithaca, New York City, and Doha, Qatar, Cornell offers a wide range of services, programs, and benefits, including wellness, workshops, childcare, adoption assistance, parental leave, and flexible work options. The university's Human Ecology college explores the complexities of human life, focusing on the interaction of humans with their biological, economic, social, and physical environments, and delivers research findings to communities and families. The Division of Nutritional Sciences has an immediate opening for a Laboratory Manager (Technician III) to support Dr. Kimberly O’Brien’s laboratory. This lab focuses on characterizing the nutritional, genetic, and hormonal determinants of mineral metabolism, particularly in maternal and child health, through human subjects research. A significant part of the research involves biomedical mass spectrometry, utilizing stable mineral isotopes as tracers measured by a state-of-the-art Thermoquest Triton TI magnetic sector thermal ionization mass spectrometer. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of cutting-edge human nutrition research, contributing to scientific discovery in a collaborative and dynamic lab environment. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The Laboratory Manager will efficiently manage multiple tasks, oversee and train team members, and demonstrate leadership, sound judgment, and accountability to ensure smooth lab operations, safety protocols, and overall lab success. This is a one-year term, fully onsite position based in Ithaca, NY, with the possibility of renewal.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree and up to 2 years related laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Demonstrates outstanding attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, and an understanding of experimental procedures.
• Ability to work independently while fostering a team environment.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Able to use sound judgment in decision making, troubleshooting problems, and providing solid recommendations for solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policy compliance, laboratory practice quality assurance, laboratory supply and inventory management, research documentation, and spreadsheet software.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree and experience with molecular biology, chemistry, geology or biochemistry.
• Knowledge of mass spectrometry and stable isotopes is desirable.
• Previous supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing experiments in human nutrition, setting up laboratory methods, ensuring protocols are followed, and analyzing stable iron isotopes and biological samples.
• Analyze data, maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures, and support manuscript and grant proposal preparation.
• Assist the Principal Investigator with purchasing decisions, determining the ancillary equipment needed; obtain quotes and provide recommendations.
• Monitor the lab’s budget, investigating any discrepancies.
• Participate in literature reviews and assist with methodology write-ups for manuscripts and grant proposal preparations.
• Oversee and coordinate undergraduate research assistants’ workloads and schedules, provide training and support for graduate students, visitors, and other lab personnel.
• Ensure lab equipment is functional, necessary supplies are on hand, and laboratory safety procedures are strictly followed.
• Efficiently manage multiple tasks while overseeing and training team members.
• Ensure smooth lab operations, maintaining safety protocols, and contributing to the lab’s overall success.

Benefits

• employee wellness
• workshops
• childcare and adoption assistance
• parental leave
• flexible work options
• rich array of services, programs, and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees