Medical Technologist II - Anatomic Pathology

About the role

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a skilled Medical Technologist to support veterinary diagnostic and research activities through a wide range of laboratory procedures. This role performs routine, complex, and specialized histology techniques on diverse specimen types, ensuring accurate tissue processing, staining, and slide imaging to support diagnostic interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Performing routine and advanced Histopathology procedures.
• Serving as a key member of a collaborative laboratory team, supporting the maintenance of smooth lab operations and assisting with the resolution of technical issues.
• Maintaining quality, safety, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Participating in complex technical projects or process evaluations.

Requirements

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related biological science field, with a minimum of four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in histology laboratory procedures, with specific understanding of veterinary histology.
• Ability to organize competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to balance individual responsibilities with shared workflow and communication.
• Physical requirements include sitting or standing for extended periods, pushing, pulling, or lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Able to adhere to quality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related biological science field, with a minimum of four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of the pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire.

Skills

• Proficiency in histology laboratory procedures.
• Ability to organize competing priorities.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Adherence to quality and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

While the regular business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the specific schedule may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and University holidays and scheduled breaks.

Pay

$33.10 - $38.46 per hour

Schedule

Full-time three-year term position with potential for extension contingent upon funding and performance.

Company

The Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC) is a high-visibility and high-volume veterinary diagnostic laboratory that promotes the health, productivity, and welfare of food-and fiber-producing animals, companion animals, and zoo and wildlife populations. Through its comprehensive veterinary diagnostic services, the AHDC detects animal diseases and supports animal and public health, promotes environmental stewardship, and fosters economic growth.

Contact Information

Contact Name: Gabriel Gonzalez
Contact Email: gag95@cornell.edu