Lab Manager - Field & Lab Research in Bird Behavior

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Tuition benefits

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Cornell University’s Lab of Ornithology in Ithaca, NY, seeks a Lab Manager to support animal behavior and bioacoustics research. Work with the PI, postdocs, and students on field- and lab-based studies, equipment maintenance, and compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating permits, training students, and maintaining safety standards across field and lab activities. Start anticipated February 2027; priority for applications by Oct 19, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience in a laboratory setting and knowledge of safety protocols.
• Ability to operate field and laboratory equipment such as Larson Davis Sound Level Meter, autonomous recording units, GPS.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple research activities.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills for students and collaborators.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and ability to drive for university business.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement field- and laboratory-based behavioral research.
• Maintain research equipment and infrastructure.
• Coordinate permits and reporting requirements.
• Support day-to-day laboratory operations.
• Facilitate undergraduate participation in research projects.
• Ensure safety and compliance practices in the lab.

Skills

Lab equipment operation

Field research

Data collection

Mentoring

Communication

Permits compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Larson Davis Sound Level Meter

Autonomous acoustic recording units

GPS units

Job description

Cornell University’s Lab of Ornithology in Ithaca, NY, seeks a Lab Manager to support animal behavior and bioacoustics research. Work with the PI, postdocs, and students on field- and lab-based studies, equipment maintenance, and compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating permits, training students, and maintaining safety standards across field and lab activities. Start anticipated February 2027; priority for applications by Oct 19, 2026.