Technician III

Research Technician Position

The Division of Nutritional Sciences (DNS) at Cornell University is among the largest academic units in the United States devoted to human nutrition. The DNS mission and scholarly activities integrate knowledge from the physical, biological, and social sciences in the areas of molecular, human, international, and community nutrition. The program is supported by state-of-the-art facilities for both transgenic animal and human metabolic research.

The Field lab in DNS aims to understand how folate and vitamin B12 contribute to the maintenance of mitochondrial DNA integrity and mitochondrial function. The lab combines genetics, biochemistry, and molecular biology in cell lines and transgenic mouse models to determine the relationship between B vitamin availability and mitochondrial biology.

The Field lab in the Division of Nutritional Sciences is seeking a full-time research technician to support the active projects in maintenance of mitochondrial DNA integrity and mitochondrial function.

The research will integrate biochemistry, molecular biology, and analytical chemistry. The candidate will work under guidance and support of Dr Field to carry out analysis of cell lines and transgenic animal models. The research technician will also perform an array of molecular biology techniques, animal husbandry work, processing of animal samples and general laboratory maintenance. Training will be provided for data analysis and scientific communication through lab meetings and potential contributions to scientific publications.

The ideal candidate for this position will have cell culture and animal handling training and would be motivated to work independently after training. There will be continuous learning opportunities, intellectual engagement, and scientific communication. This position is an excellent platform for individuals interested in gaining biomedical research experience for graduate or professional schools (medical, pharmacy etc.).

This position is full-time (39 hours per week), benefits eligible, with a one-year appointment. Reappointment may be possible contingent upon available funding, available work and satisfactory job performance. This position is an on-site position located in Ithaca, New York.

No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance are provided for this position.

To be considered, each applicant must attach a cover letter expressing their interest and relevant experience as well as a resume/CV.

Required Qualifications:

• Formal training beyond a Bachelor of Science with background knowledge in Nutrition, Biology and/or Biochemistry.
• Laboratory training of 6 months to 1 year in a medical or scientific research laboratory setting.
• Experience working with mammalian cell lines.
• Willing to work with and handle mice.
• Experience in common computing software platforms (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Detail-oriented and thorough in completing and communicating the results of work tasks.
• Ability to provide coverage in the face of colleagues' absences/turnover.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting inclusion and belonging.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in extracting/processing metabolites from cell line or tissue samples.
• Previous experience with microscopy and image analysis

Rewards & Benefits:

• Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
• Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands.
• 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.
• 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.

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