"Laboratory Manager, Cornell Human Ecology"

Laboratory Manager, Cornell Human Ecology

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university where an inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.

We offer a rich array of services, programs, and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, and flexible work options.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Assist in executing experiments in human nutrition, setting up laboratory methods, ensuring protocols are followed, and analyzing stable iron isotopes and biological samples.
• Analyze data, maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures, and support manuscript and grant proposal preparation.
• Assist the Principal Investigator with purchasing decisions, determining the ancillary equipment needed; obtain quotes and provide recommendations. Monitor the lab's budget, investigating any discrepancies.
• Participate in literature reviews and assist with methodology write-ups for manuscripts and grant proposal preparations.
• Oversee and coordinate undergraduate research assistants' workloads and schedules, provide training and support for graduate students, visitors, and other lab personnel.
• Ensure lab equipment is functional, necessary supplies are on hand, and laboratory safety procedures are strictly followed.

As the successful Laboratory Manager, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge research in human nutrition, playing a key role in advancing scientific discovery while fostering a collaborative and dynamic lab environment. You will demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. With exceptional problem-solving abilities, organizational skills, and adaptability, you'll efficiently manage multiple tasks while overseeing and training team members. Leadership, sound judgment, and accountability will be essential in ensuring smooth lab operations, maintaining safety protocols, and contributing to the lab's overall success.

This is a one-year term position with the possibility of renewal. This is a fully onsite position that is based in Ithaca, NY. Typical work hours are 8:00AM-4:30PM Monday through Friday.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree and up to 2 years related laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Demonstrates outstanding attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, and an understanding of experimental procedures.
• Ability to work independently while fostering a team environment.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Able to use sound judgment in decision making, troubleshooting problems, and providing solid recommendations for solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policy compliance, laboratory practice quality assurance, laboratory supply and inventory management, research documentation, and spreadsheet software.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and experience with molecular biology, chemistry, geology or biochemistry.
• Knowledge of mass spectrometry and stable isotopes is desirable.
• Previous supervisory experience.

A cover letter and resume are required for further consideration for this position. No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance are provided for this position.

Benefits

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