Cornell University · 2 months ago
Technician - Johnson Research Group
Ithaca, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$24.31/hr - $26.87/hr
0+ years expCornell University is an innovative Ivy League university dedicated to teaching, discovery, and engagement. The Johnson Lab in the Division of Nutritional Sciences is seeking a full-time research technician to manage lab activities, assist with bacterial genetics and biochemistry, and execute molecular biology techniques, contributing to important microbiome research.
BiotechnologyHigher EducationMedicalUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Laboratory duties: assist and lead large amounts of bacterial culturing; execute biochemical assays; assist with germ-free mouse work; perform tissue collection; prepare microbiome samples for genomic and metabolomic analysis; upkeep of lab reagent stocks; and safety management tasks
Administrative duties: procurement of lab supplies; general lab organization; and the upkeep of freezers and freezer organization
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree and up to 2 years related laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with bacterial culturing techniques and genetics analysis
Experience working in a lab specializing in either molecular biology, biochemistry, or genomics research
Knowledge of lab safety requirements
Must feel comfortable performing tasks involving laboratory mice
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Skilled in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, or any related field
Experience with creating sequencing libraries for the Illumina sequencing platform
Benefits
Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Health and personal leave
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program
Company
Cornell University
Cornell is a privately endowed research university and a partner of the State University of New York.
10001+ employees
Funding
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David Lesser
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