Weill Cornell Medicine · 20 hours ago
Translational Research Specialist
Upper East Side
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$36.21/hr - $43.41/hr
3+ years expWeill Cornell Medicine is a prestigious institution dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative research. The Translational Research Specialist is responsible for overseeing laboratory activities related to specimen processing and novel research assays, ensuring efficient workflow design and execution of experiments.
BiotechnologyEducationHealth CareInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyMedical
Responsibilities
Oversees and assists in developing protocols for novel research processes, such as sample extraction and QC, tissue culture protocols, tissue optimization, and biobanking. Designs training materials for new employees to ensure proper use of all protocols
Facilitates downstream experimental strategies or analyses from translational research samples. Coordinates assay prioritization and execution with platform managers
Oversees translational research sample receipt and downstream processing and accessioning from WCM/NYP clinics and external institutions
May be responsible for overseeing next-generation biobanking workflows and facilitating the receipt, storage, cataloguing and shipment of samples within and between institutions
Performs advanced analyses to measure research assay performance and efficiency. Prepares and maintains detailed QC documentation logs and laboratory notebooks for progress reporting and experimental tracking for the platform
Evaluates results of quality control trends and implements corrective action when needed. May independently or semi-independently, design and carry out experiments
Ensures that storage units and laboratory databases are being maintained and monitored appropriately. Performs routine equipment maintenance, as needed
May perform various molecular biology procedures, such as PCR, DNA/RNA extractions, protein and DNA electrophoresis, blood processing, cloning, tissue culture, and drug experiments
Enters experimental, technical, and QC data into the laboratory information management system (LIMS). Designs and centralizes SOP modifications and communicates to software team for systems integration
Conducts library research and literature searches using various computer systems. Assists in editing scientific publications, abstracts and/or posters
Assists in the orientation and training of new investigators, fellows, residents, and technical staff in the use of equipment, products and experimental techniques
Provides working supervision to junior laboratory staff as needed. Directs research support for staff to execute proper triaging of samples for downstream procedures
Ensures a clean working area and prepares laboratory for next day’s processing requirements
Ensures that safe laboratory practices are followed, including the use and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials
May need to assist in the orientation and training of new investigators, fellows, residents, and technical staff and/or provide working supervision to lower level laboratory staff
May run routine biochemistry assays including western blotting and RT-PCR
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Approximately 3-5 years of related work experience within a laboratory
Prior experience handling biological specimens is required
Prior experience in molecular biology techniques such as sample extraction and tissue culture is required
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and handle multiple competing priorities
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to mentor others
Company
Weill Cornell Medicine
Weill Cornell Medicine is an academic medical institution that offers health care services.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$69.8MKey Investors
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesU.S. Department of DefenseNational Cancer Institute
2025-08-15Grant· $14.9M
2024-12-10Grant· $1.4M
2024-08-15Grant· $12.4M
Leadership Team
Robert Min
President and CEO of Physician Organization
Lara Pes, PhD
Co-founder of WCM Green Labs Group
Recent News
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