Research Technician II

Weill Cornell Medicine seeks a Research Technician II to support laboratory research under the supervision of scientists. The role conducts experiments, assays, imaging, and related technical work, and may support research involving animal models or human subjects.

Responsibilities

Independently or semi-independently, designs and carries out experiments. Analyzes and interprets experimental results and provides input related to subsequent experimental designs

Evaluates, recommends, and develops new techniques to assist in overall laboratory efficiency

Conducts library research and literature searches using various computer systems. Assists in editing scientific publications, abstracts and posters

Provides working supervision to junior laboratory staff as needed

Assists in the orientation and training of new investigators, fellows, residents, and technical staff in the use of equipment, products and experimental techniques

Responsible for tissue & cell culture activities

May run routine biochemistry assays including western blotting and RT-PCR

Audits and screens vendors/suppliers to evaluate the quality of products and equipment they supply. Corresponds with them for technical support pertaining to those products

Prepares and maintains detailed records, logs and summary reports of all procedures and results including graphs, scientific calculations, and statistical analysis charting

May perform routine molecular biology laboratory procedures, such as PCR, protein and DNA electrophoresis, cloning and DNA preparation

May perform microscopic imaging analyses

Ensures a clean working area and is responsible for washing and storing glassware

May be responsible for animal husbandry, genotyping, surgeries, post-operative care, behavioral testing, sectioning and histology

Ensures that safe laboratory practices are followed, including the use and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials

Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment and/or reagents. May order supplies/equipment/reagents as authorized or ensure that needs are escalated appropriately. Receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery. May assist with cost control

Ensures that facilities and equipment are in optimal and proper working condition. Coordinates preventative maintenance and repairs as needed. May perform minor repairs if qualified and as needed. May advise on upgrades for performance enhancements

May be responsible for the receipt, storage, cataloguing and shipment of samples within and between institutions

Company

Academic medical institution providing patient care, research, and physician education

New York, New York, USA

https://careers.weill.cornell.edu/

Founded in 1898

5001-10000 employees

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Approximately 2 years of related work experience within a laboratory

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Academic medical institution providing patient care, research, and physician education.

New York, New York, USA

https://careers.weill.cornell.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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(146)

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2024

(201)

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(125)

Late Stage

Total Funding

$74.8M

Key Investors

National Cancer Institute

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases

U.S. Department of War

Required skills

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Experience

2+ years