Technician I, Simmons Lab - CVM

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Posted: 05-May-24

Location: Ithaca, New York

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 3-81936

Technician I, Simmons Lab - CVM

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a technician to join the Simmons Laboratory in the Department of Biomedical Sciences. The Simmons Laboratory utilizes various cancer models (including breast, ovarian, renal and lung) to study the role that lipids and inflammation play in the development of cancer. This Technician I will support the research in the lab by ensuring common lab equipment, supplies and reagents are maintained in good working order. This individual will also assist lab personnel in carrying out basic molecular assays (immunoblotting, enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), bicinchoninic acid assays (BCA)

The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare instruments and standard buffers, reagents and media following established protocols.
• Assist with relatively non-complex assays including immunoblotting, ELIZA (enzyme linked immunosorbent assay), BCA (bicinchoninic acid assays
• Maintain laboratory records of purchases in a database as directed by the PI
• Purchasing of standard laboratory reagents and supplies
• Ensure the lab is appropriately stocked of reagents and supplies based on usage
• Regular inspection and upkeep of common laboratory equipment
• Maintain the lab in good working order.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, and up to 1-year relevant experience in coursework or laboratory experience in molecular biology, cell biology, or biochemistry or equivalent combination.
• Position requires successful completion of Cornell training courses (i.e. animal use, radioisotope training, and chemical safety).

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment, perform repetitive tasks with close attention to detail, and adhere to concurrent deadlines regularly.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail, and commitment to experimental goals
• Competent computer skills (MS Office, email, internet searches, and data analysis programs)

University Job Title:

Technician I

Job Family:

Technical

Level:

A

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

$18.58 - $20.55

Remote Option Availability:

Fully Onsite

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Gabriel Gonzalez

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• Prior relevant work or industry experience

• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

• Unique applicable skills

• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

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