Medical Technologist Assistant - Clinical Pathology

Join the Animal Health Diagnostic Center at Cornell University and be part of a mission-driven team that protects animal and public health through high-quality diagnostic testing. The Clinical Pathology laboratory plays a vital role in supporting veterinarians, researchers, and communities by delivering timely and accurate results across a wide range of species. As a Medical Technologist Assistant, you will contribute directly to this work by supporting daily laboratory testing, sample processing, and quality-focused operations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This role is well suited for someone who enjoys detailed, hands‑on laboratory work and takes pride in accuracy, organization, and teamwork. Cornell offers a welcoming and inclusive workplace where every employee is expected to contribute to a culture of belonging, respect, and wellbeing. If you are looking to grow your laboratory skills while making a meaningful impact, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to do both.

• Receive and prepare submissions for Clinical Pathology testing and process specimens according to established protocol.
• Enter data into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Perform routine clinical testing under supervision, while closely following established standard operating procedures.
• Participate in laboratory Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QC) processes as appropriate for expertise, capabilities, and job expectations.
• Assist with lab care tasks needed for daily operation

Employees working in the laboratory must receive the pre‑exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire, which will be paid for by the department.

• Associate’s degree in a science related field, with up to two years of laboratory experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency with standard commercial software (Microsoft Office), with the ability to learn advanced functions and new software quickly
• Sound reasoning and analytical skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent self‑management practices to successfully organize competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to accuracy and detailed record keeping
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with tact and discretion
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including being able to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 20 pounds and being able to sit or stand for extended periods of time at benches, workstations or while using laboratory equipment

• Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology degree
• Experience performing human or veterinary diagnostics and/or research
• Experience working within an organization with an established quality assurance program
• Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems

• This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY.
• This is a full‑time three‑year term position with potential for extension contingent upon funding and performance.
• We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position.
• Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

This position is 39 hours per week. While normal business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, specific schedules may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, University holidays and scheduled breaks.

Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition as an award‑winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to be used…