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CALS- Technician II- Hudson Valley Lab- Entomology

Technician II

The Opportunity

As an individual contributor you will model and support a culture of inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing and continually seek to understand how your role, behaviors, and actions impact the success of this culture.

About the College

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: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world's complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

The position is located within the department of Hudson Valley Lab - Entomology. Provide routine to moderately complex technical lab and field support for a research program/facility. Assist with insect monitoring and field research. Assist in the cultivation and maintenance of insect colonies. Assist in developing a database and maintaining standard laboratory records. Prepare standard stains, media, buffers and reagents. Prepare and maintain standard tissue and cell culture for experimentation. Perform a variety of standard cell/tissue assays, culture preparation and/or analyses. Analyze data using straightforward statistical methods and computer software; maintain database and lab records. Perform/be able to perform a variety of tests, using both routine and special techniques and methods. Provide standard care for research specimen and/or samples. Clean and maintain laboratory equipment and overall laboratory hygiene. Routine set-up, assembly and/or installation of components of portions of equipment; may conduct minor troubleshooting or make simple repairs as directed. Adhere and evaluation disease control and laboratory protocols; adhere to radiation and chemical safety procedures. Complete training on lab safety and proper handling of chemicals as required by CALS EHS. Prepare laboratory waster for disposal per protocols. Document laboratory procedures. Assist in evaluating lab methods, procedures and techniques based on written instruction. Set up equipment and materials for course instruction. Assist with inventory and ordering of supplies as directed.

This is a full-time position at 97.5% FTE. This is a one-year term appointment that is contingent upon available work, funding, and performance.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

What We Need

• High school diploma and up to 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Prior experience in a laboratory setting.
• 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 have and maintain a valid and unrestricted NYS driver's license and be cleared to drive for university business.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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