Technician III - CAS - Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics

Dr. Ganapathi Sankaran, in the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, is seeking a highly motivated candidate to assist with research activities in the lab. Primary responsibilities will include isolating hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs), developmental T cells from mice, performing flow cytometry analyses, conducting RNA and molecular biology techniques, carrying out miR-eCLIP–based experiments, generating next-generation sequencing data, and analyzing the resulting datasets.p style="text-align:inherit"nbsp; nbsp;/ppspanResponsibilities include but are not limited to: /span/ppbspanDesired Skills:/span/b/pullipspanExperience in isolating hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) and developing T cells from mice./span/p/lilipspanProficiency in small RNA-seq, northern blots and qRT-PCR for miRNA expression analysis./span/p/lilipspanFamiliarity with AGO2-RIP, miR-eCLIP, or related CLIP-based techniques for identifying direct miRNA-mRNA interactions./span/p/lilipspanSkilled in luciferase reporter assays to validate functional miRNA binding to 3#39; UTR targets./span/p/lilipspanExperience using miRNA mimics/inhibitors and/or CRISPR/Cas9 systems to assess miRNA function./span/p/lilipspanComfortable with flow cytometry (FACS) and in vitro differentiation assays to examine miRNA-regulated immune cell development./span/p/li/ulpbspanSoft skills:/span/b/pullipspanAbility to analyze, interpret, and contextualize experimental results in relation to project goals/span/p/lilipspanBig-picture thinker who can connect molecular findings to broader biological questions/span/p/lilipspanStrong organizational skills and attention to detail/span/p/lilipspanWillingness to adapt to new directions and contribute to a dynamic, evolving research program/span/p/lilipspanCollaborative and able to communicate results clearly in lab meetings and written formats/span/p/li/ulp/ppspanWhile position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. /span/pp/ppbspanThis is an endowed benefits eligible, full-time, 12-month term appointment with the possibility of extension contingent on successful performance and continued funding./span/b/pp/ppbRequired Qualifications:/b/pullispanAn associate’s degree and up to two years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of both./span/lilispanLaboratory experience is required. /span/liliAbility to handle mice and RNA is required./lilispanMust be personable, flexible, proactive, demonstrating a positive “can do” attitude, possess excellent organizational and communication skills and take pride in their work.  /span/lilispanAbility to develop effective working relationships with students, faculty and staff.  /span/lilispanAbility to maintain a comprehensive, up to date and accurate research lab notebook.  /span/lilispanVisual concentration, attention to detail and manual dexterity.  /span/lilispanMust be able to work independently after sufficient training, as well as in a team environment to accomplish required tasks. /span/lilispanShould be comfortable with basic computer programs such as R programming, MS Word, Excel, and Google Docs.    /span/lilispanAble to work under general supervision and proceed alone on regular tasks./span/liliAbility to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community./li/ulp/ppbPreferred Qualifications:/b/pulliA bachelor#39;s degree in a field of science, including but not limited to molecular biology or immunology/liliPublications in immunology or miRNA biology a plus./liliKnowledge of basic bioinformatics a plus./li/ulp/ppbApplications will be accepted through Thursday, September 11, 2025. 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We have found it most efficient to save as one document prior to attaching. /b/pp/ppbiNo visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided/i/b/pp/pp/pp style="text-align:inherit"   /pp style="text-align:left"ubUniversity Job Title:/b/u/pTechnician IIIp style="text-align:inherit"   /pp style="text-align:left"ubJob Family:/b/u/pTechnicalp style="text-align:inherit"   /pp style="text-align:left"ubLevel:/b/u/pCp style="text-align:inherit"   /pp style="text-align:left"ubPay Rate Type:/b/u/pHourlyp style="text-align:inherit"   /pp style="text-align:left"ubPay Range:/b/u/p$24.31 - $26.87p style="text-align:inherit"   /pp style="text-align:left"ubRemote Option Availability:/b/u/pOnsitep style="text-align:inherit"   /pp style="text-align:left"ubCompany:/b/u/pEndowedp   /pp style="text-align:left"ubContact Name:/b/u/pMelissa Oliverp   /pp style="text-align:left"ubContact Email:/b/u/pmw2255@cornell.edup style="text-align:inherit"   /pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bJob Titles and Pay Ranges:/b/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bNon-Union Positions/b/pp style="text-align:left"spanNoted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. 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