Posted
February 12, 2026
Start Date
ASAP / Flexible
Organization
Weill Cornell Medicine – Iliev Lab
Position Description
The Iliev Lab at Weill Cornell Medicine is seeking a highly motivated, independent yet team-oriented Clinical Research Assistant/Research Technician for a full-time, in-person gap year role. The lab focuses on immunology, microbiology, and clinical research involving patient-based studies and disease modeling.
This position is ideal for pre-medical or biomedical science graduates looking to gain strong clinical and laboratory research experience.
Responsibilities include:
- Screening and consenting patients for clinical trials
- Recruiting patients and handling clinical specimens
- Collecting and processing clinical samples
- Writing clinical trial protocols
- Assisting with in vitro and in vivo experiments
- Performing microbiology and molecular biology techniques
- Cell culturing and handling bacterial and fungal cultures
- Collaborating with postdocs, graduate students, and research staff
- Assisting with laboratory ordering and supplies
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Background in molecular biology, immunology, or microbiology preferred
- Experience with experimental methods and/or patient interaction is a plus
- Computational skills welcomed
- Strong teamwork and organizational skills
Time Commitment
Full-time, in-person
Compensation
$38,400.00 – $58,000.00 per year
Apply
Please provide a resume (with GPA and science GPA) with degree information starting with high
school, undergraduate, and if applicable, Master’s degree, cover letter, and answers to the
questions below. The position must be started no later than May 2026 to ensure adequate training
time. Please label all submitted documents with first and last name. Submit all materials
to [email protected]
1. Would you be able to commit two years to the position?
2. When would you be able to start in the position?
3. Have you contributed to any independent research projects? If yes, briefly describe
your role.
4. What basic laboratory techniques are you most comfortable with, and in what
context did you acquire that experience?
5. Do you have experience working with patients or handling clinical samples?
6. What is your long-term career goal?
7. What type of experience are you hoping to gain from a technician position/how will this position contribute to your future plans?
