Diagnostic Technologist - Virology

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) seeks a Diagnostic Technologist to join the Virology Lab at the Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC). The Diagnostic Technologist I performs comprehensive and complex testing to detect antibodies to various antigens and detect viral antigens for the diagnosis of animal infectious diseases. Testing methods include: virus isolation, ELISA, serum neutralization, hemagglutination inhibition, molecular methods, complement fixation, and agar gel immunodiffusion. This role adheres to the AAVLD and ISO 17025 standards as well as the organizational quality management system's policies and procedures in addition to the individual testing procedures governed by the unit. The position requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology or related science discipline and up to 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail; ability to perform laboratory procedures and record keeping with accuracy, precision and efficiency.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines; must have strong organizational skills, with the ability to successfully multitask.
• Must be self-motivated and willing to take initiative to continue learning.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time at benches, biological safety cabinets, and microscopes; must be able to pipet for extended periods of time.

Employees working in the laboratory must receive the pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire, which will be paid for by the department.

Preferred Qualifications

• One to two years of laboratory experience.
• Experience working in an environment with a quality management system.
• Experience working with infectious organisms.
• Successful work experience in a fast-paced, complex, client-oriented environment.
• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Important Details about the Position

• This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY.
• This is a full-time three-year term position with potential for extension contingent upon funding and performance.
• We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position.
• Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

While the regular business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the specific schedule may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and University holidays and scheduled breaks.

The Following Documents are Required to be Submitted with your Application

• Resume
• Cover Letter

What We Offer:

Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition, as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 13 additional holiday days with generous holiday pay if you work on those days

• An award-winning employer provided benefits program
  • Comprehensive health care options
  • Access to wellness programs
  • Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
  • Generous retirement contributions
  • Impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program
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Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success.

Who We Are:

The Virology Laboratory of the AHDC provides diagnostic testing and consultative services in the area of veterinary virology to private practitioners, testing laboratories, agribusinesses, and researchers in university and government settings. Diagnostic testing includes detection of viral antigens, nucleic acid and antibodies made in response to infections or vaccinations.

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