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Technician II- Research Technician – Biological Sciences
The Opportunity
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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 Reed Lab in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at Cornell University is looking to hire a Technician II. Research in the Reed Lab focuses on the developmental genetics of butterfly wing patterns. The technician would work closely with the PI and graduate students to assist with routine molecular biology work, maintenance of butterfly colonies, and simple tissue dissection and preparation tasks. Laboratory protocols would primarily include RNA and DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, embryo injections, preparation of sequencing samples, and preliminary analysis of DNA sequencing results. The technician may also be asked to train and oversee undergraduate lab assistants to help with maintenance of plants and butterfly colonies.
This is a full-time position at 97.5% FTE. This is a one-year term appointment that is contingent upon available work, funding, and performance.
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.
Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
What We Need
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Bachelor’s degree or other formal training program of four years;
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1-2 years of laboratory experience or the equivalent experience in lab courses.
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Visual concentration and manual dexterity are required.
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Must be well organized and detail oriented.
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Must have good knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and guidelines.
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Ability to multi-task and develop strong working relationships with a variety of people.
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Must possess communication skills.
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Knowledge of and experience with, at minimum, basic computer programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
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.
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Bachelor’s degree with a biological sciences major.
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Proficient in or familiar with basic molecular biology techniques.
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Basic experience working with DNA sequence data.
Rewards and Benefits
Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.
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Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: Understand Your Benefits | Working at Cornell.
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Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 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. To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays. Learn more about our generous leave provisions: Holiday and Accrued Time Off | Working at Cornell
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Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program. Learn more about our extensive educational benefits: Education Benefits | Working at Cornell
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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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University Job Title:
Technician II
Job Family:
Technical
Level:
B
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Pay Range:
$23.40 - $24.28
Remote Option Availability:
Onsite
Company:
Contract College
Contact Name:
J'Frances White
Contact Email:
[email protected]
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2026-06-30
