Biotechnology Education Lab Technician

Northeastern University; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Northeastern University in Massachusetts is seeking two interns to serve as lab technicians for the Amgen Biotech Experience MA outreach program. You will gain hands-on molecular biology experience while supporting educators and students, and you will undertake an independent research project related to the MA content area.

You will also help create educational materials and support communications tasks such as social media or newsletters.

Qualifications

• Biology or related field candidates; current students or recent graduates
• Experience handling basic lab equipment such as micropipettes, autoclaves and gel electrophoresis
• Detail-oriented and organized; able to follow protocols
• Willingness to learn new equipment and safety procedures
• Interest in laboratory science and experiential STEM education

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs to prepare lab reagent stocks and materials
• Construct customized lab reagent kits for science educators (up to 7 kits/month)
• Utilize aseptic technique for materials involving bacterial specimens
• Support delivery of biotechnology learning experiences across Massachusetts
• Design and manage an independent research project related to biotechnology concepts

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Safety protocols

STEM education interest

Education

Biology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Biomedical Sciences or related

Tools

Micropipettes

Autoclaves

Gel electrophoresis

Job description

About the Opportunity

Support biotechnology education across Massachusetts while gaining hands‑on laboratory experience in molecular biology and genetic engineering!

Job Summary

We are looking for 2 interns to serve as a lab technician, supporting Amgen Biotech Experience MA biotech education outreach program, its educators and students (1 high school student and 1 post‑graduate) In additional to general lab skills, applicant will be expected to partake in a self‑directed research project related to the ABE MA content area. Lastly, applicant should also be comfortable with participating in the creation of educational materials and/or supporting communications work, like a social media page/newsletter.

What You Will Do

• Follow SOPs to prepare laboratory reagent stocks and materials
• Construct customized laboratory reagent and equipment kits for science educators (up to 7 kits/month)
• Utilize aseptic technique to prepare materials involving bacterial specimens
• Support delivery of high‑quality biotechnology learning experiences across Massachusetts

Research Opportunity

• Design and manage an independent research project related to biotechnology concepts, techniques, or equipment used in ABE MA curricula
• Choose your own topic or select from provided project ideas

Education & Outreach Impact

• Create an educational activity, classroom resource, or instructional deliverable for participating teachers
• Contribute tools that help students succeed in biotechnology learning

Ideal Candidates

• Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or related students/recent graduates
• Experience using micropipettes, autoclaves, and gel electrophoresis equipment, with willingness to learn additional equipment.
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Able to work independently
• Comfortable following protocols and safety procedures
• Interested in laboratory science and experiential STEM education

Position Type

Temporary

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.

Pay Rate:
$20/hour