Technician IV - Lovy Lab

Cornell University • Ithaca, MI

10d • $28 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Laboratory Technician to support aquatic animal health research within the Lovy Laboratory in the Department of Public and Ecosystem Health. This position plays a key role in advancing research focused on infectious diseases of fish through laboratory diagnostics, molecular biology, experimental research using finfish, field surveillance, and laboratory operations management. The successful candidate will work closely with faculty, students, and research staff in a collaborative environment by combining field and experimental research to improve understanding of fish disease ecology on both national and international levels. If you enjoy hands-on laboratory work, scientific problem-solving, and contributing to impactful research towards fisheries conservation in a dynamic team environment, you will thrive in this role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biological science with at least 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders including faculty, students, and staff, in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail while managing multiple projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively within a team-oriented laboratory setting.
• Willingness to learn new laboratory techniques, procedures, and technologies
• Successful completion of required Cornell compliance and safety training if not already taken.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with fisheries science, aseptic tissue collection, molecular biology techniques, microbiological methods, microscopy, working with aquatic systems designed for finfish research, and scientific data collection/analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt published procedures to the specific needs of the project.
• Strong computer skills and experience with image analysis and statistical computer programs

Responsibilities

• Conduct and support aquatic animal health research, including fish necropsy, pathogen detection using molecular diagnostics, microbiology, and field sample collection.
• Support fish husbandry and set up/oversee laboratory experiments in an aquatics facility focused on disease ecology research in finfish.
• Manage daily laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, chemical and inventory oversight, reagent preparation, database organization, and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with the Principal Investigator and research team to develop protocols, analyze data, adapt laboratory methods, and support scientific publications and grant activities.
• Train and support students and research personnel while fostering a collaborative, organized, and inclusive laboratory environment.

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: Mid Level