Temporary Laboratory and Research Technician - Three Month Appointment (Section of Plant Breeding and Genetics); Ithaca, New York

Cornell University•Ithaca, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary, three-month appointment for a Laboratory and Research Technician in the Section of Plant Breeding and Genetics at Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) in Ithaca, New York. CALS is a leading institution focused on purpose-driven science, addressing challenges through research, education, and outreach in natural and human systems, food, energy, environmental resources, and social well-being. The Plant Breeding and Genetics program, with over a century of recognized contributions, focuses on developing novel breeding methodologies and discovering important genes and varieties. Dr. Greg Vogel's program specifically targets tomato and eggplant improvement for New York and the Northeastern U.S., aiming to develop new varieties, discover genes controlling key traits, and implement new technologies in applied breeding programs.

Requirements

High school diploma and 1+ year of relevant experience in agriculture, either in a commercial or research setting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior knowledge of safety protocols in a lab and agricultural field setting.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite – including Word, PowerPoint and Excel and familiarity with Outlook.
Ability to communicate verbally and written with faculty, staff and students.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position and have reliable transportation as well as have and maintain a valid and unrestricted New York State driver’s license and be cleared to drive for university business.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the production of fruits or vegetables.
Experience growing tomatoes in the field and greenhouse.
Experience working in a research setting in either the lab or field.

Responsibilities

Assist in research projects in the greenhouse and field investigating subjects such as disease resistance and fruit quality.
Support field trials including by sowing, transplanting, trellising, harvesting, and processing seed.
Collect data and perform standard calculations.
Input, retrieve, and record experimental data using straightforward computer techniques and software.
Transport supplies, harvested produce between campus and farm locations.
Adhere to all laboratory and field safety protocols and complete training on lab safety and proper handling of chemicals as required.