Research Technician at Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) in Somerville, Massachusetts

Job Description:

We are seeking a self-motivated individual with experience in molecular and cell biology and outstanding practical skills to join the Shu Lab at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School (https://www.jianshulab.org/). You will work closely with postdoctoral research fellows in the Shu lab on projects regarding immune tolerance and evasion in pregnancy and cancer using single-cell multi-omics tools. You will perform experiments under the supervision of research fellows and assist with their projects. Laboratory experiments include but are not limited to tissue culture, RNA and DNA preparation, PCR, single-cell multi-omics library preparation, tissue preparation and histological analysis, and flow cytometry. In addition, the successful candidate should interact well with other team members, adapt flexibly to the dynamic challenges of an academic research environment, facilitate project completion, address technical problems, and summarize and present project results.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Indicate key areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation.

• This position requires ordering, stocking and reagent preparation.


• The incumbent will have solid technical knowledge and hands-on experience with molecular biology such as DNA purification, analytical and preparative gel electrophoresis, enzymatic manipulation, PCR, sequencing, and molecular cloning; experience can be from work during undergraduate education.


• Assists with organizing materials for publication or presentation.


• Conducts analysis of results and may begin interpretation of results.


• Prepares lab reagents, chemicals, instruments and equipment.


• The incumbent will perform research experiments under the supervision of research fellows and assist with their projects.


• The incumbent will be expected maintain good records.


• The incumbent should have some technical ability, proficiency, and accuracy in scientific experimentation.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Must be realistic, objective, measurable and related to essential functions of this job.


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• Experience with RNA-seq and/or ATAC-seq is preferred, but not required.


• Must be able to work independently when trained. The person will also need to be able to work in a group environment and be of assistance to several research projects.


• Passion, ambition, scientific curiosity, and the desire and ability to improve existing technology preferred.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS (if applicable): Specify minimum credentials and clearly indicate if preferred or required


None


EDUCATION: Specify minimum education and clearly indicate if preferred or required


BA/BS in Biology or related field required


EXPERIENCE: Specify minimum creditable years of experience and clearly indicate if preferred or required


Laboratory previous experience is preferred but not required.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable): List the number of FTEs supervised.


None


FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable): Indicate financial "scope" information, i.e.: size of budget, volume, revenue, etc.; Indicate total physician/non-physician FTE scope


None


WORKING CONDITIONS: Describe the conditions in which the work is performed.


Laboratory facility environment at MGH Navy Yard campus.



Qualifications

EDUCATION: Specify minimum education and clearly indicate if preferred or required


BA/BS in Biology or related field required


EXPERIENCE: Specify minimum creditable years of experience and clearly indicate if preferred or required


Laboratory previous experience is preferred but not required.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable): List the number of FTEs supervised.


None


FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable): Indicate financial "scope" information, i.e.: size of budget, volume, revenue, etc.; Indicate total physician/non-physician FTE scope


None


WORKING CONDITIONS: Describe the conditions in which the work is performed.


Laboratory facility environment at MGH Navy Yard campus.



EEO Statement

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