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CALS- Technician III - Microbiology- Laboratory Technician

Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology
Ithaca, NY Full Time
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CALS- Technician III - Microbiology- Laboratory Technician

Cornell University

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Posted: 22-Apr-26

Location: Ithaca, New York

Type: Full-time

Internal Number: 3-105601

CALS- Technician III - Microbiology- Laboratory Technician

Technicain III- Laboratory Technician

The Opportunity

As an individual contributor you will model and support a culture of inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing and continually seek to understand how your role, behaviors, and actions impact the success of this culture.

About The College

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world's complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

The Department of Microbiology in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University houses fourteen active research laboratories. It serves as the home department for the Graduate Field of Microbiology, with over 50 affiliated faculty members, and provides a center of expertise for numerous aspects of microbial biology. The faculty and staff offer advanced courses for both undergraduate and graduate students.

The position is located within the department of Microbiology.

We are currently seeking a Research Technician to join the lab of Dr. Heather Feaga in the Department of Microbiology. Research in the Feaga lab focuses on identifying and characterizing translation factors in Bacillus subtilis. We use a combination of genetic, biochemical, and bioinformatic approaches to study these factors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and participate in ongoing lab projects, providing support to existing projects and developing new projects.
  • Evaluate, troubleshoot, and handle simple repairs for laboratory equipment.
  • Maintain lab equipment and train new lab members in its use.
  • Coordinate sample shipping and data sharing with collaborating labs.
  • Assist with overall lab maintenance, including coordinating with other lab members to order supplies, update inventories, and maintain cleanliness.
  • Participate in lab group meetings.
  • Provide instruction, training, and direction to visiting scientists, postdoctoral associates, graduate trainees, and undergraduate students as directed by the supervisor.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

This is a full-time position at 100% FTE. This is a one-year term appointment that is contingent upon available work, funding, and performance. This position is located on the Ithaca, NY campus and is fully in person.

Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

What We Need

  • Associate's degree and up to 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in basic computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.) and the use of online data-sharing tools (e.g., Dropbox, Google Docs).
  • Proficiency in standard lab techniques such as culturing micro-organisms and maintaining sterile technique
  • Experience in data collection and analysis
  • Experience with bioinformatics and ability to analyze sequencing data
  • Experience maintaining a detailed laboratory notebook.
  • Knowledge of standard laboratory safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Ability to lift 20 pounds.
  • Visual concentration, attention to detail, and manual dexterity are required.
  • Must be able to work irregular hours occasionally.
  • Ability to keep equipment, materials, and lab organized.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with technical personnel.
  • Ability to take initiative.
  • Must be personable, flexible, and take pride in their work.
  • Possess excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to pay attention to detail.
  • Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
  • Ability to create an inclusive, high-quality, and respectful work environment both in a team setting and independently to achieve departmental and university goals.
  • Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
  • Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities.

If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it's ok if you don't.

  • Bachelor's degree in microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field.
  • Previous laboratory experience (2 years).
  • Previous hands-on experience in either biochemistry OR bioinformatics
  • Experience with biochemistry such as protein purification and molecular cloning, OR
  • Experience with next-generation sequencing technologies, bioinformatics, R, Python

Rewards And Benefits

Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.

  • Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, visit hr.cornell.edu/eeo.

University Job Title

Technician III

Job Family

Technical

Level

C

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Range

$24.31 - $26.87

Remote Option Availability

Onsite

Company

Endowed

Contact Name

J'Frances White

Contact Email

jmw572@cornell.edu

Job Titles And Pay Ranges

Non-Union Positions

Noted 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 experience
  • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
  • Unique applicable skills
  • Academic Discipline

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EEO Statement

Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of "... any person ... any study." No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

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About Cornell University

In 1865, Ezra Cornell founded an institution "where any person can find instruction in any study." From the beginning, all students were welcome, regardless of race, gender, ideology, or socioeconomic status. Today, we invite you to join our talented and diverse students and accessible faculty who, together, form a living and learning community unmatched in its breadth of opportunities.Cornell University's college, schools, and other academic units offer more than 4,000 courses, 70 undergraduate majors, 93 graduate fields of study, undergraduate and advanced degrees, and continuing education and outreach programs.

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