Boyce Thompson Research Institute
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY

Full-Time Position

Research Technician position available immediately. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a BS or MS degree and a solid background in microbiology/virology/biochemistry/or genetics. Laboratory experience is required.

Responsibilities include performing experiments as well as some routine laboratory maintenance. After a training period, supervised experiments will be assigned, followed later by more independent research. Research involves PCR, DNA and RNA isolation and manipulation, animal cell culture, cloning and sequencing, etc.

Our lab studies the biology and pathology of a group of large DNA viruses, the baculoviruses. These viruses infect only insects, and are widely used for protein expression and as biocontrol agents. Our research includes studies of virus entry and exit from host cells, and the regulation of viral gene expression. Position funded by NIH and USDA grants.

Long term employment possible for outstanding individual. Friendly working conditions and pleasant culturally diverse small collegetown community. We are looking for a congenial, energetic, and focused individual with the appropriate skills in biochemistry and molecular biology, and a desire to work in an interesting research environment and to publish. Good organizational, communication, and analytical skills are also important.

Click here for more details about Dr. Gary Blissard's research in the Molecular Biology of Insect Viruses, and here for a descriptions of all of the reserach projects in Dr. Blissard's lab.

Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities encouraged to apply.

Contact
Dr. Gary Blissard
Boyce Thompson Institute
Cornell University
Tower Road
Ithaca. NY 14853-1801
Phone: (607) 254-1366
FAX: (413) 480-4762 or (607) 254-1366
email: gwb1@cornell.edu