Research Technician I - Joshua-Tor Lab

Position Description

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking a motivated and responsible candidate for an immediate lab technician opening. The technician will provide assistance to a Principal Investigator as well as perform a variety of basic research/laboratory tasks. In addition, the technician will record experiment results and will also be responsible for general laboratory organization and maintenance.
 

Position Responsibilities

-Assist scientists by performing various investigative procedures and operating a variety of instruments and other scientific equipment.
 -Collect, record, organize and verify the accuracy of data; perform calculations and prepare charts, graphs and reports. May use software applications to assemble, manipulate and/or format data and test reports.
 -Configure and operate laboratory apparatus and instruments; read and record instrument data; tabulate data; keep laboratory records.
 -May order chemicals, reagents, and other laboratory supplies.
 -Participate in laboratory meetings and planning sessions.
 -May maintain insects, plants, animals and/or bacterial and tissue cultures for experimental purposes.
 -Prepare and run gel electrophoresis
 -Read literature applicable to research areas as required.
 -Perform the duties of a Laboratory Assistant as required.

Position Requirements

Education:  Bachelor of Science degree in biology or relevant field of science or technology required
Skills and experience: Knowledge of cloning and aseptic techniques preferred.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:
 If you are passionate about molecular biology and eager to contribute to groundbreaking research, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit an online application here: Research Technician- Joshua-Tor Lab  Position 1043. We look forward to reviewing your application.
 
Environment
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone. We have had researchers with a variety of backgrounds and believe in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
 
Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL Benefits sites to learn more. The salary range for this role is $45,000.00 - $49,449.00. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).
 
CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor