Technician II

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Department Background

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world's complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

Unique among peer institutions in the United States, the breadth of disciplinary expertise in the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment- from ethics and social sciences to conservation genetics and applied ecology-creates a stimulating multi-disciplinary atmosphere for students, staff, faculty and visiting scholars. Furthermore, the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment is exceptional in its strong collaborative ties across Cornell, other universities, governmental agencies and leading environmental and conservation organizations. Consistently ranked among the top college environmental programs in the nation, we contribute creative and impactful science and education to address many of the urgent environmental issues of the 21st century. We provide essential information to communities, conservation and environmental professionals, and policy makers, as well as educators and researchers worldwide.

The New York State Hemlock Initiative (NYSHI) integrates research, management, and outreach to conserve New York State's hemlock resources in the face of multiple threats, particularly the hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA), an invasive insect that is widespread throughout eastern North America and the upper Midwest. A focus of the initiative is research on biological control of HWA using predatory insects (small beetles and flies). We collect and release these insects according to regulations set by the USDA-APHIS. This position will provide technical support to projects related to hemlock woolly adelgid in New York State. The goal of the program is to inform management practices based on hemlock woolly adelgid and predator biology.

https://blogs.cornell.edu/nyshemlockinitiative/

Rewards And Benefits

Competitive compensation, generous time-off, and great benefits …More on Cornell Benefits

Position Summary

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically 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.

The Technician II will work at a quarantine facility near the Ithaca campus, on the main campus, and in the field. Seasonally (spring and fall), weekend work will be required with time released during the week. Weekend work is required from approximately mid-March through mid-June and from mid-September through mid-December.

Technician II will conduct field work in a variety of weather conditions and locations, including handling and release of biocontrol insects, and sample and data collection from natural and managed hemlocks throughout the state. They will maintain the horticultural assets of the Whitmore Lab, monitoring the health of out planted trees and managing the areas where they grow. Data management includes organization of the field GIS data for the lab, both in ArcPRO and ArcGIS Online, and data entry and quality control. Laboratory support includes monitoring predator and prey populations in the lab, processing of field collected samples to determine mortality effects of abiotic factors, and management of projects using Percival growth chambers. They will assist with reporting activities and help develop training materials for lab staff. This Technician will be supervised by the Research Associate with other daily tasks assigned by the Biocontrol Research Technician (for biocontrol rearing) and the Research Support Specialist III (for field work). Adhere to safety protocols and procedures. Direction and training are provided by the Cornell Office of Occupational & Environmental Health in the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences. They must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a background check is required.

This is a full-time (39 hours per week) one-year term appointment that is eligible for extension based upon available work, funding, and performance.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.
• Ability to serve as an advocate for individuals of all ethnicities, genders, ages, and backgrounds.
• High school diploma and up to 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Prior experience in a laboratory setting.
• Must be willing to conduct field work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and make decisions that will result in desired outcomes for lab, field, and extension projects.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Box.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and power tools.
• Precise manual dexterity to transfer small, delicate insects without harming them.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow protocols exactly.
• Physical ability to work in a greenhouse environment wearing Tyvek suit and PPE, moving and working in various positions such as crouched, standing, and on a stepladder, and lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Able to work weekends with two days off during the week.
• Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted NYS drivers license and be cleared to drive for university business.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Biology, Conservation Biology, or other related natural science field.
• Experience working in or studying forest health and/or entomology.
• Experience conducting field sampling for forest insects and basic laboratory analysis, and experience with insect dissection and microscope-based insect ID.
• Experience with lab and field equipment including data loggers and GPS systems, tree climbing equipment, chainsaws, and powered landscape tools.
• Strong familiarity with GIS mapping systems.
• Experience or strong interest in working with insects.
• Experience working in a detail-oriented job with high level of responsibility.
• Experience or interest in interacting with the public in an outreach capacity.

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University Job Title:

Technician II

Job Family:

Technical

Level:

B

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

$21.58 - $23.85

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Bert Whalen

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2024-09-30