About this role
<p>Title: Laboratory Technician I </p> <p>Location: Upper East Side </p> <p>Org Unit: Translational Technology and Resources </p> <p>Work Days: Monday-Friday </p> <p>Weekly Hours: 35.00 </p> <p>Exemption Status: Non-Exempt</p> <p>Salary Range: $26.20 - $29.34 </p> <p>*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices </p> <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Position Summary</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Under direction, is responsible for the collection, processing, and transportation of clinical samples and data entry within research and clinical settings. This role also assists in coordination of special research project requests.</span></span></span></span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Responsibilities</H2> </div><ul style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0"><li>Interfaces and coordinates with one or more clinics for specimen pickup from collection sites and drop-off at processing site. Follows up with research teams on day of collections. </li><li>Transports and delivers research biospecimens in appropriate manner. Assists and facilitates material distribution as needed. </li><li>Updates various databases and accurately records patient and specimen material pick-up/drop-off related information. </li><li>Collects and processes patient specimens and samples. Provides assistance to clinical and research staff regarding sample transport protocols. </li><li>Communicates with other members of the department regarding study data and specimens or scheduling with clinicians. </li><li>Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies onsite and re-orders as needed. </li><li>Responsible for multidisciplinary coordination with core services & biobanking for the processing and storage of samples. </li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned. </li></ul></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Education</H2> </div><ul style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0"><li>Associate's Degree in Clinical science or related science field. </li></ul></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Experience</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Bachelors in biology or clinical science, or related science field, is preferred.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Approximately 1-2 years of experience in a clinical/research setting.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Must have experience with sample processing.</span></span></span></span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</H2> </div><ul style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0"><li>Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail. </li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral). </li><li>Knowledge of medical terminology. </li><li>Ability to multitask and keep track of what responsibilities are required per study. </li></ul></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Licenses and Certifications</H2> </div><ul style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0"></ul></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Working Conditions/Physical Demands</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Standard laboratory space; Must be able to spend a large part of the day standing up and moving around; This role will require travel between multiple locations across NYC either by mass transit, foot, or taxi-cab.</span></span></span></span></p> </div></div></div><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px;text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “any person, any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. 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