Biotechnology Education Lab Technician

NU USA Northeastern University; New Jersey; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Northeastern University seeks two interns to serve as lab technicians for the Amgen Biotech Experience MA outreach program. You will support educators and students and contribute to a self-directed research project related to the ABE MA curricula.

You may also help create educational materials and assist communications work, including social media or newsletters. Ideal candidates are biology/biotech students or recent graduates with basic lab skills (pipetting, autoclave, gel electrophoresis)

Qualifications

• Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or related fields; student or recent graduate.
• Experience using micropipettes, autoclaves and gel electrophoresis equipment.
• Detail-oriented and organized; able to work independently and follow protocols.
• Willingness to learn additional equipment and safety procedures.
• Interest in laboratory science and experiential STEM education.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Independent work

Safety procedures

Education

Biology/ Biotech/ Biochemistry/ Biomedical Sciences or related field

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 addition 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 Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning.