Research Technician I

Research Technician I

Weill Cornell Medicine is seeking a Research Technician I to join the Robert Schwartz Lab on the Upper East Side. This role supports scientists with laboratory and investigative procedures, including assays, imaging experiments, and potentially working with animal models or human subjects.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains detailed records, logs, and summary reports of all procedures and results, including graphs, scientific calculations, and statistical analysis charting.
• May be responsible for tissue & cell culture activities.
• May be responsible for animal husbandry, genotyping, surgeries, post-operative care, behavioral testing, sectioning, and histology.
• May perform routine molecular biology laboratory procedures, such as PCR, protein and DNA electrophoresis, cloning, and DNA preparation.
• May run routine biochemistry assays including western blotting and RT-PCR.
• May perform microscopic imaging analyses.
• May be responsible for the receipt, storage, cataloging, and shipment of samples within and between institutions.
• 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.
• Analyzes data using computer software and reports results to the principal investigator(s).
• Provides technical support to faculty and staff, including training of new employees, residents, postdoctoral associates, fellows, and students.
• Participates in planning and carrying out experiments.
• Assists in preparing research protocols.
• Conducts library research and literature searches using various computer systems.
• Assists in editing scientific publications, abstracts, and posters.
• 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.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Some bench lab related experience is necessary.
• A minimum two-year commitment is expected due to the substantial training effort associated with the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work while responding flexibly to rapidly changing priorities.

Working Conditions

• Standard laboratory conditions.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• This position may handle radioactive material and/or biologic materials from human subjects as required.
• This position may require standing or sitting for long periods of time.
• This role may require working within Biologic Safety Level 1, 2, and/or 3 facilities.

About Weill Cornell Medicine

Weill Cornell Medicine welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe. We embrace diversity in our workforce and seek job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit and encourage applications from individuals from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities.

Key skills/competency

• Laboratory Procedures
• Data Analysis
• Record Keeping
• Tissue Culture
• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry Assays
• Microscopy
• Animal Husbandry
• Research Protocols
• Laboratory Safety