Laboratory Receiving Specialist II

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University’s Animal Health Diagnostic Center seeks a Laboratory Processing Assistant II to join the Receiving team in Ithaca, NY. The role involves handling submissions, data entry in LIMS, and a rotating bench schedule under supervision.

You will work with clients and staff, follow SOPs, and maintain accuracy under pressure. Requires a high school diploma and up to one year of experience; on-site hours are Mon-Fri, with flexibility for early mornings and occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and up to one year of relevant work experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Works well both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with tact and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Receive and open packages, confirm completeness and accuracy of all incoming samples and submission forms.
• Enter submission information into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and perform any additional paperwork related to the case.
• Participate in a rotational bench schedule within the Receiving unit.
• Contact clients concerning any problems and/or discrepancies related to submissions.
• Work with unit leadership, Veterinary Support Service staff and other subject matter experts to resolve client questions.
• Receive and process routine submissions delivered overnight, at the Receiving window.
• Assist laboratory units with sample related issues.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Discretion

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Cornell University’s Animal Health Diagnostic Center seeks a Laboratory Processing Assistant II to join the Receiving team in Ithaca, NY. The role involves handling submissions, data entry in LIMS, and a rotating bench schedule under supervision.

You will work with clients and staff, follow SOPs, and maintain accuracy under pressure. Requires a high school diploma and up to one year of experience; on-site hours are Mon-Fri, with flexibility for early mornings and occasional weekends.