Technician (3 open positions)- NEW for 2023
Location: Weill Cornell Medical Center
Org Unit: Basic Science Research
Position Summary
We are now accepting applicants for a technician in the laboratory of Dr. Marcus Goncalves at Weill Cornell Medicine. In this position, you will assist the scientific team with laboratory procedures, including biochemical assays, mouse handling and experiments, and other technical duties that enhance the research activities of the laboratory. You will be exposed to elite scientists, medical doctors, and physician-scientists who will work hard to teach you new skills and prepare you for future success in a scientific or medical career. We seek applications from ambitious and dedicated people with a drive to learn new skills and experience life in a laboratory setting. Strong candidates will have an undergraduate degree in the life sciences or engineered but this is not required. Our lab is a highly-productive, well-funded, vibrant, interactive, friendly and intellectually stimulating research group doing cutting-edge metabolic research.
Our trainees leave the lab with a broad array of clinically relevant skills including a practical understanding of blood testing methods, histology preparation and pathologic examination, whole body physiologic assessments of glucose and lipid homeostasis, rigorous clinical trial design methods, and a thorough understanding of endocrine feedback loops, cell signaling pathways, and traditional molecular biology. Our previous technicians are now: senior scientist at Pfizer, MD/PhD student at UTSW, PhD student at Weill Cornell Graduate School, MD student at Stony Brook.
Job Responsibilities
Independently and semi-independently perform experiments and biochemical assays.
Analyze and interpret experimental results.
Summarize and prepare figures and tables to report results.
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.
Assists in the orientation and training of new investigators, fellows, residents, and technical staff in the use of equipment, products and experimental techniques.
Will be responsible for animal husbandry, genotyping, surgeries, post-operative care, behavioral testing, sectioning and histology.
Responsible for tissue & cell culture activities.
Run routine biochemistry assays including western blotting and RT-PCR.
Run routine molecular biology laboratory procedures, such as PCR, protein and DNA electrophoresis, cloning and DNA preparation.
May perform histologic tissue staining, such as immunofluorescence or immunohistochemistry.
May perform microscopic imaging analyses.
Audits and screen 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.
Ensures a clean working area and is responsible for washing and storing glassware.
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.
Education
Bachelor’s degree
Experience
Prior experience in a laboratory setting or mouse handling is not required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excitement for scientific research.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities.
Honesty, Maturity, and Reliability are essential
Candidates should have strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
To apply, please send a cover letter (briefly describing future goals and interests) and resume/CV to Maurice Hurd (mah4011@med.cornell.edu).