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Technician II - Dongre and Simmons Labs

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Cornell University logoCornell University · Ithaca (main Campus)
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Requirements

  • Associate's degree in biology or related field
  • Prior experience with mouse work required.
  • Experience with administering mouse injections.
  • Important Details about the Position
  • This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY.
  • This is a full-time one-year term position with potential for extension contingent upon funding and performance.
  • We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position.
  • Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
  • While the regular business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the specific schedule may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and University holidays and scheduled breaks.
  • The Following Documents are Required to be Submitted with your Application
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Benefits

Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.3 weeks of paid vacation13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to be used at your discretionAn award-winning employer provided benefits programComprehensive health care optionsAccess to wellness programsEmployee discounts with local and national retail brandsGenerous retirement contributionsImpressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance programFollow this link for more information: https://hr.cornell.edu/understand-your-benefitsEmployees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success , which are essential for individual and organizational success.Questions?Gabriel Gonzalez - gag95@cornell.eduUniversity Job Title:Technician IIJob Family:TechnicalLevel:BPay Rate Type:HourlyPay Range:$23.40 - $24.28Remote Option Availability:OnsiteCompany:Contract CollegeContact Name:Gabriel GonzalezContact Email:gag95@cornell.eduJob Titles and Pay Ranges:Non-Union PositionsNoted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:Prior relevant work or industry experienceEducation level to the extent education is relevant to the positionUnique applicable skillsAcademic DisciplineTo learn more about Cornell's non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see Career Navigator .Union PositionsThe hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement . To learn more about Cornell's union wages, see Union Pay Rates .Current Employees:If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log iHealth insurancePaid time offRemote work optionsEquity / stock options

Additional Information

The Department of Biomedical and Translational Sciences (BTS) at Cornell University is a newly established, multidisciplinary department formed in 2026 through the merger of Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine. This position supports research operations across two labs, contributing to both laboratory management and hands-on scientific work. The role offers a unique opportunity to engage in diverse research activities, including cell culture, animal work, and general lab operations within a collabora tive academic environment. The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Dongre Lab Coordinate lab operations: inventory tracking, ordering (Excel), receiving packages, and maintaining overall lab organization Support research & animal work: rodent husbandry (breeding, weaning, culling), tissue prep for histology, basic cell line maintenance & mycoplasma testing Maintain facilities & compliance: autoclaving, waste disposal, equipment upkeep (incubators, LN₂, water baths), stocking supplies, enforcing safety protocols Simmons Lab Manage lab operations: inventory/database coordination, ordering, receiving packages, and core facility tasks (autoclaving, waste, LN₂, equipment maintenance) Lead cell culture work: maintain cancer/primary cell lines, monitor health & contamination, plate cells, and track activity in a daily database (includes occasional weekend work) Support experiments: prepare media/buffers, set up reagents and instruments, and assist with basic assays (e.g., immunoblotting, ELISA, BCA) Required Qualifications High School Diploma and up to 2 years relevant experience working in a research laboratory or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficiency in basic lab techniques and principles of molecular biology. Prior experience with mammalian tissue culture. Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail. Proficiency in basic computer skills. Successful completion of Cornell training courses (i.e., animal care and use, chemical safety), if not already completed.

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