Temporary Laboratory and Research Technician

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: natural and human systems; food, energy, and environmental resources; and social, physical, and economic well-being.

The Hudson Valley Research Laboratory is a critical resource for farmers in the Hudson Valley and Eastern New York State. This area is a significant agricultural region where tree fruit likes apples and pears; stone fruit like plums and cherries; berries and small fruit like blueberries and strawberries; and vegetable crops - particularly onions, tomatoes, and sweet corn-making up the majority of production. We provide growers with a non-biased approach to research and problem solving.

What We Need

As the Temporary Laboratory and Research Technician, you will assist with experiments involving greenhouse and in-field plants. You will visit field sites for sample and data collection, and conduct experiments off-site. Other duties include:

• Preparing and maintaining insect colonies for experimentation.
• Providing routine maintenance of experimental plots and plants.
• Completing training on field safety and the use of field equipment.
• Assisting in developing a database and maintaining standard laboratory records.
• Preparing standard stains, media, buffers and reagents.

We are looking for a talented individual with an excellent work ethnic, who appreciates agriculture and working outdoors as well as in a laboratory. Specifically, we need someone who has the following:

• High School Diploma and 1+ year of relevant experience in a laboratory setting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior knowledge of safety protocols in a lab setting and proper waste handling.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite - including Word, PowerPoint and Excel and familiarity with Outlook.
• Ability to communicate verbally and written with faculty, staff and students.
• Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position and have reliable transportation as well as have and maintain a valid and unrestricted New York State driver's license and be cleared to drive for university business.

This is a six-month, temporary, part-time position at 20 hours/week that is contingent upon available work, funding, and performance. This position is located in Highland, New York.

Rewards and Benefits

Compensation is $ 22.98/hour.

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

No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.