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Temporary Lab/Research Technician - Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY, USA
Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023
Working under general supervision, the primary responsibility will be preparing samples of soil, plant leaf, plant wood, and animal tissues for processing and analysis. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
PrepFormatare samples using drying ovens, cryogenic grinders, freeze dryers, balances, and a preparation line for sample distillation.
Process samples using isotope ratio mass spectrometers, front-end peripherals, elemental and temperature conversion elemental analyzers, and a Gasbench
Assist with basic laboratory and instrument maintenance and ordering supplies.
Maintain laboratory records and inventory.
Assist in developing reports, papers and publications, based on data collected, including preparing graphics.
Assist in training undergraduates on the techniques of sample preparation.
The Cornell Stable Isotope Laboratory (COIL) is a world class analytical facility housed in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. The primary mission of COIL is to support Cornell researchers and students through sample preparation and analyses of stable light isotopes of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, sulfur, and hydrogen and the development of methodologies related to the analysis of stable isotopes. Secondly, we support sample analysis for external users from other academic institutions and government agencies such as the United States Geological Survey and the Environmental Protection Agency.
Required Qualifications:
Formal training beyond a high school diploma of six months to a year; less than six months previous laboratory experience in the area of Biology or Chemistry.
Must be able to work 2-3 hours on most weekends.
This is a part-time (20 or 30 hours per week) 12-month appointment.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
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2023-09-15