What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Technician I/II - Meyer Lab position at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory?
Position Description
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory invites applications for a Research Technician in the laboratory of Dr. Hannah Meyer (
Position Responsibilities
The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team of computational and experimental scientists to study T cell development and auto-immunity. The lab technician will assist members in the Meyer lab in a variety of projects, with a particular focus on processing and biobanking of human tissue samples. As a lab technician in the Meyer lab, you will be a full member of our team, with room to grow by conducting your own independent projects and working on your science communication through presentations in lab meetings and journal clubs.
Additional responsibilities include lab inventory management, equipment calibration, preparation of biochemical reagents and animal colony maintenance.
The candidate should be able to commit to flexible work hours, with evening shifts necessitated by arrival of human specimen.
Position Requirements
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in in biology, biomedicine, biochemistry or related life science discipline is required (level I requirement). Bachelor's Degree in Science and 2 years’ practical experience working in a lab after completion of their degree (level II requirement).
Experience required: 0-2 years
Desired skills and experience: Experience in any of the following techniques would be advantageous: working with clinical tissue samples, microscopy and flow cytometry. Experience with standard molecular and cell biology techniques including cell culture, biochemical assays such as western blotting and immunoprecipitation is preferred.
The candidate should be willing to commit at least 2 years to this position, and possess excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills; the willingness and ability to work independently and take initiative; and a strong sense of integrity.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply:
If you are a candidate with excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills; meticulous attention to detail and commitment to highest quality standards; we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit an online application here:
Environment
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds.
Compensation and Benefits: Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL
CSHL is an EO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, a Wellness Center and access to an affordable and licensed on-site childcare center. Visit our
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory invites applications for a Research Technician in the laboratory of Dr. Hannah Meyer (
Position Responsibilities
The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team of computational and experimental scientists to study T cell development and auto-immunity. The lab technician will assist members in the Meyer lab in a variety of projects, with a particular focus on processing and biobanking of human tissue samples. As a lab technician in the Meyer lab, you will be a full member of our team, with room to grow by conducting your own independent projects and working on your science communication through presentations in lab meetings and journal clubs.
Additional responsibilities include lab inventory management, equipment calibration, preparation of biochemical reagents and animal colony maintenance.
The candidate should be able to commit to flexible work hours, with evening shifts necessitated by arrival of human specimen.
Position Requirements
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in in biology, biomedicine, biochemistry or related life science discipline is required (level I requirement). Bachelor's Degree in Science and 2 years’ practical experience working in a lab after completion of their degree (level II requirement).
Experience required: 0-2 years
Desired skills and experience: Experience in any of the following techniques would be advantageous: working with clinical tissue samples, microscopy and flow cytometry. Experience with standard molecular and cell biology techniques including cell culture, biochemical assays such as western blotting and immunoprecipitation is preferred.
The candidate should be willing to commit at least 2 years to this position, and possess excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills; the willingness and ability to work independently and take initiative; and a strong sense of integrity.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply:
If you are a candidate with excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills; meticulous attention to detail and commitment to highest quality standards; we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit an online application here:
Environment
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds.
Compensation and Benefits: Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL
CSHL is an EO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, a Wellness Center and access to an affordable and licensed on-site childcare center. Visit our