Research Technician I

Job: Research Technician I Work Location: Upper East Side Organization: Genetic Medicine Work Days: Monday-Friday Sponsorship Eligibility: [[custSponsored]] Classification: [[custFTEclassification]] Posting End Date: [[cust_PostingEndDate]] Position Summary Under supervision, assists scientists with laboratory and investigative procedures This role performs various assays, imaging experiments, and other technical duties to assist with the research activities of the laboratory and may be required to work with animal models and/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, cataloguing 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 Bachelor's Degree Experience Some bench lab related experience. Minimum two-year commitment due to a 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. Licenses and Certifications Working Conditions/Physical Demands 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 Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar was established in 2001 as a partnership between Cornell University and Qatar Foundation (QF). The first medical school in Qatar and a pioneer of coeducation at the university level, WCM-Q offers an integrated Six-Year Medical Program that incorporates pre-medical and medical studies and leads to the Cornell University M.D. degree. Teaching is by Cornell and Weill Cornell faculty, including physicians at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) who hold Weill Cornell appointments. Enrollment has grown rapidly from 25 first-year pre-medical students in the fall of 2002 to over 300 students from more than 30 countries today. WCM-Q is part of Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City, which was founded over 100 years ago, and shares the same mission: to provide the finest education possible for medical students to conduct research at the cutting edge of knowledge to improve healthcare both now and for future generations to provide the highest quality of care to the community WCM-Q’s home city is Doha, a thriving cosmopolitan metropolis with a culturally diverse population, a rapidly growing economy, and modern infrastructure. WCM-Q is a member of Qatar Foundation, a not-for-profit organization with multiple centers focused on education, research and innovation, and community development. WCM-Q is located within Education City, the flagship development of QF, which occupies more than 12 square kilometers and is home to some of the world’s leading educational institutions, including Hamad Bin Khalifa University, and overseas campuses of elite universities, such as VCUarts Qatar, Texas A&M University at Qatar, Northwestern Qatar, Georgetown University in Qatar, Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, and HEC Paris in Qatar. Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minorities/Females/Vet employer.