Research Lab Support Specialist

Weill Cornell Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Weill Cornell Medicine in New York, NY seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support technicians and investigators with routine lab and administrative tasks in a fast-paced research environment.

Under supervision, you will handle autoclave services, glassware washing and sterilization, solution preparation, waste disposal, inventory and supplies, lab set-up and close-outs, data collection, and specimen handling as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Prior experience working in a research setting.
• Phlebotomy certification may be required before performing blood collection tasks.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for autoclave services, washing and sterilization of lab glassware and equipment.
• Assists with the preparation of solutions, as needed and under direction.
• Responsible for sharps and waste disposal.
• Observes established safety measures and notifies appropriate staff of any maintenance or safety issues. Documents environmental controls.
• Under close supervision, may assist with experimental procedures, which may include work with animals.
• Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment and/or reagents. May order supplies/equipment/reagents as authorized or ensure that needs are escalated appropriately. Receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery. May assist with cost control.
• Receives, stores and distributes incoming supplies, including distributing packages to each individual lab, as needed. Stocks general supplies and may be responsible for the coordination of lab coat cleaning.
• Assists with the coordination, set-up and or close-outs of labs where needed.
• May assist with data collection and maintenance.
• May assist with specimen collection, storage, shipment and transport.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Weill Cornell Medicine in New York, NY seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support technicians and investigators with routine lab and administrative tasks in a fast-paced research environment.

Under supervision, you will handle autoclave services, glassware washing and sterilization, solution preparation, waste disposal, inventory and supplies, lab set-up and close-outs, data collection, and specimen handling as needed.